New Ipswich Town signing Dara O'Shea says boss Kieran McKenna and the ambition of the Blues were two big reasons he decided to join the club.

The centre-back became Town's 11th summer signing this lunchtime, agreeing a five-year deal for £12m from Burnley.

“I’m really excited to sign for the club,” O'Shea told TownTV. 

“It was really hard not to pay attention to everything the team was able to achieve last season and to have the chance to join a club with such ambition and momentum was really attractive. 

Dara O'Shea has signed a five-year deal at TownDara O'Shea has signed a five-year deal at Town (Image: ITFC/Matchday Images)
“The manager was a huge part of why I wanted to come here and I’ve really admired what he and the team have done over the last couple of seasons, so at this stage of my career it’s the perfect time to make the move. 

“I want to play in the Premier League and test myself against the best players in the world, which is something I want to do for as long as possible, and I can't think of a better place to do that. 

“I know quite a few of the lads in the squad and the style of play really suits me, where I can show my strengths and improve my weaknesses, so I’m looking forward getting to work as soon as possible and being part of the culture.”