I has successfully acpswich Townquired the services of AFC Wimbledon’s forward, Ali Al-Hamadi, for a confidential transfer fee.
Ipswich Town has completed the signing of 21-year-old striker Ali Al-Hamadi from AFC Wimbledon for an undisclosed fee. The player has agreed to a contract with the Tractor Boys until the summer of 2028, having showcased his skills with 17 goals in 29 appearances for the Dons this season.
Al-Hamadi, who boasts 12 international caps for Iraq and has been part of their squad at the Asian Cup since the beginning of the year, expressed his excitement about joining Ipswich Town. He sees the club as one on the rise, led by a manager known for player development. The striker acknowledges the challenge of transitioning to the Championship but is confident in his abilities, eager to contribute to the team, and looks forward to learning and growing with the squad.
AFC Wimbledon revealed that the deal includes future incentives, potentially making it a record amount at the League Two level. Al-Hamadi’s arrival will provide manager Kieran McKenna with an additional attacking option, especially given George Hirst’s injury and Freddie Ladapo’s loan departure.
Despite being eliminated from the FA Cup by sixth-tier Maidstone United just two days prior, Ipswich Town is currently positioned second in the Championship, primed for a promotion back to the Premier League for the first time since 2002. McKenna described Al-Hamadi as fitting their recruitment profile—young, ambitious, athletic, and technically skilled. The manager believes the striker can make an immediate impact while also having room for growth and development in the future.
