Ipswich Town make contact for Rennes striker Breel Embolo

Ipswich Town have reportedly made contact over a move for Breel Embolo, with the newly promoted Premier League club joining Hull City in the race to sign the Stade Rennais striker.

The Switzerland international is attracting interest after an impressive debut season in France, while MLS side Atlanta United are also monitoring his situation ahead of a potential summer bid.

With Rennes looking to reduce the size of their squad, Embolo could be on the move before the transfer window closes.

Both Ipswich Town and Hull City are said to have expressed an interest in signing Embolo this summer.

The Premier League newcomers are looking to strengthen their attacking options following promotion and view the experienced forward as a player capable of making an immediate impact.

Ipswich are understood to have made contact as they explore the conditions of a potential deal.

Rennes signed Embolo from AS Monaco for a reported €13 million last summer.

The 29-year-old enjoyed a productive first campaign, scoring 10 goals and providing three assists across all competitions.

He also impressed for Switzerland at the FIFA World Cup, contributing two goals and two assists during the tournament.

Major League Soccer side Atlanta United have reportedly identified Embolo as one of their priority transfer targets.

The American club are expected to submit an offer but face competition from England, where the striker is believed to favour a move to the Premier League.

It remains unclear whether Embolo has a preference between Ipswich Town and Hull City.

Stade Rennais manager Franck Haise has already acknowledged the need to reduce the size of his squad this summer.

His comments have fuelled speculation that Embolo could be among the players allowed to leave if a suitable offer arrives.

That stance could provide interested clubs with an opportunity to negotiate a transfer in the coming weeks.

Ipswich Town are expected to continue exploring a deal for Breel Embolo, while Hull City and Atlanta United remain interested. Rennes are open to reducing their squad, meaning the striker's future could become clearer as negotiations develop.