Ipswich sign midfielder Ouattara from Strasbourg

Ipswich Town has signed winger Julio Enciso and midfielder Abdoul Ouattara from French club Strasbourg, according to wire material. The duo have both agreed to five-year contracts with the Tractor Boys. Enciso, a 22-year-old Paraguay international, and Ouattara, a 20-year-old Ivorian, have each contributed to a potential combined fee of £47.3 million.

Both players have experience playing under Ipswich manager Gary O'Neill in France. Enciso, who spent time at Brighton, expressed his excitement about returning to Ipswich after a successful stint on loan at the club. Ouattara, who played 45 matches for Strasbourg and was part of their UEFA Conference League semi-final run, is eager to meet the fans and teammates and get started at Ipswich.

Since securing promotion from the Championship last season, Ipswich has spent £150 million on major signings, including Ouattara and Enciso, bringing their total to 12. The team will kick off their Premier League campaign against Sunderland on August 22nd.