Jack Taylor
IPS
Center Midfielder
Ball-Winning Midfielder
Jun 23, 1998 (28)
Right
6'1"
154 lb
Out Saturday
Taylor (knee) won't be an option for Saturday's game against Sunderland, according to manager Gary O'Neil. "Azor Matusiwa and [Jack] Taylor are the only two expected to miss out. They aren't ready for this game."
Analysis: Taylor underwent knee cartilage surgery after the 2025/26 season, and while he's been progressing in his recovery, this game simply comes too soon for the 28-year-old midfielder. Taylor is expected to hold a rotational role in midfield this season, and with him and Matusiwa (undisclosed) sidelined, look for Florentino Luis (undisclosed) and Sasa Lukic to start in central midfield Saturday. Taylor's next chance to play will come against Manchester United on Sunday, Aug. 30.
Knee cartilage surgery successful
Taylor (knee) has undergone a successful knee cartilage procedure following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season and will now recuperate over the summer, the club announced.
Analysis: Taylor made 39 appearances across the Championship campaign, contributing two goals and four assists in a season where he played an important rotational role in Ipswich's second-place promotion finish. The procedure will sideline him during the summer but the club is confident he will be ready to contribute when Ipswich return to the Premier League next season.
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