Ed Sheeran Joins Ipswich Town Recruitment Team

Ed Sheeran, the renowned British pop star, has taken on a unique role with Ipswich Town, becoming part of the club's recruitment team while being a minor shareholder and shirt sponsor since 2021. Recently, he assisted the club in signing player Sammie Szmodics by leveraging his celebrity status; during a call he made from the backstage of a concert with Taylor Swift, he engaged a player who was a fan of his. Ipswich CEO Mark Ashton highlighted Sheeran's contributions at a Soccerex event in Miami, noting that his involvement could be pivotal in attracting talent to the club, which has returned to the Premier League for the first time since 2002. Sheeran's dedication to Ipswich is showcased through his attendance at matches and his efforts to enhance the club's visibility. The upcoming match against Manchester United marks another significant point for both the club and Sheeran, reinforcing his deepening ties to Ipswich Town.