Ipswich Town has turned down a bid for centre-half George Edmundson as Middlesbrough look to make his loan a permanent move this winter.
The 27-year-old joined Boro manager Michael Carrick in the summer and has become a pivotal player in the side, making 20 starts and scoring once as the club pushes for promotion this season.
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Despite interest from several sides, the defender cannot play for a third club this season, after coming on as a sub for the Blues away against Manchester City back in August. Now, as reported by TWTD, Boro have made an offer which Ipswich has rejected.
The deal was for around £350,000 now, and a further £350,000 if Boro are promoted plus add-ons.
With Edmunson out of contract at the end of the season, Boro clearly want his services now rather than later, when he would be available for free.