Ipswich sign midfielder Florentino from Burnley

What the report says

Ipswich Town have completed the signing of Portuguese defensive midfielder Florentino Luis from Burnley for an undisclosed fee, BBC Sport reported. The 26-year-old has agreed a five-year contract at Portman Road as the newly promoted side continue to reshape their squad ahead of their return to top-flight football.

According to the BBC Sport report, Florentino made 31 league appearances for Burnley last season and 33 in all competitions, helping the club before they were relegated. He only joined Burnley permanently in June after a loan spell from Benfica triggered an obligation-to-buy clause, with the fee reported elsewhere as £20.8m. Hull City were also said to have shown interest in him.

Florentino said he was excited to join a club that has a clear view of its future, while Ipswich manager Gary O'Neil said the midfielder's experience in the Premier League and European competitions would strengthen the team in central midfield. The move matters because Ipswich are looking to add proven experience and balance as they prepare for a tougher season, and Burnley lose a player who had become important during their unsuccessful battle to stay up. As background, Florentino previously won league titles with Benfica and has represented Portugal at youth levels.