Town have rebuffed an approach from Championship Hull City for forward Kyle Edwards.

Sky Sports is reporting that the Blues blocked the move for Edwards, which we understand is correct, the Tigers having been keen to sign the 24-year-old on a permanent basis.

"Edwards made his 50th appearance for the Blues as a sub during Saturday’s 0-0 FA Cup draw with Burnley at Portman Road.

The former England U16, U17 and U20 international joined Town in the summer of 2021 after leaving West Brom, signing a three-year deal with the club having an option for a further season.

Town boss Kieran McKenna said earlier this month that although there had been interest in players on the fringes of his squad, the Blues weren’t looking to move on anyone currently involved with the senior side during January.

“There always is I like to think because we’ve got some good players here who are performing well,” he said.

“Certainly those who are in our first-team group at the moment that are playing minutes we’ve got no desire, no willingness or no thoughts whatsoever on anybody leaving the group, so that’s not really in the question at the moment.

“Of course, there’s always interest from other clubs in players who aren’t getting that many minutes in your group and you’ll get enquiries at this time of the year for availability, and for loans especially. There is interest for some of our players who are out on loan as well from other clubs.

“That’s always going on, but for the core of our group here who have been part of it, there are absolutely no thoughts on any movement in that way.”

Speaking on Friday, McKenna said he wasn’t anticipating any further additions before the transfer window closes on Tuesday at 11pm.

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iaintaylorx added 12:29 - Jan 30 Just needs to add consistency to his game as he can change a game so quickly. I know it's hard with players performing at such high levels now, but I really like Kyle and seems to be a great guy. Hope he has success here with us, but maybe a loan move to another League 1 side may suit more!
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BlueBlood90 added 12:31 - Jan 30 If they're offering a decent fee then I'd take it personally.
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Vancouver_Blue added 12:34 - Jan 30 I can't remember what we paid for him but if we make a profit of 3x or 4x, I'd take.it
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Cakeman added 12:38 - Jan 30 Reminds me of Bersant Celina, can be anonymous for long periods but has the ability to win a game with a flick of a switch. Kyle will never be a 90 minute player but is a good squad player. Probably best to keep him given that we are not short of money.
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BobbyBell added 12:47 - Jan 30 I used to dread the transfer window years ago when any decent players we had would be sold to reduce the losses. It's great now that we don't have to sell. Personally I like Edwards and I'm pretty sure defenders don't.
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MaySixth added 12:51 - Jan 30 Blow for Edwards, he would have wanted more game time at the level above.
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Marcus added 12:59 - Jan 30 He's still a young developing player. While he's improving here, best to hold on. Players frustrated and not developing are the one to shift, only the player and coaches really know that.
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NITFC added 13:05 - Jan 30 How good is it that we now have players that other teams want? That hasn't happened for a while !! Glad we are not selling this one though
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johnwarksshorts added 13:06 - Jan 30 Definitely keep him. Need a strong squad for rest of season.
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Kentish_Tractor added 13:09 - Jan 30 Any idea what the bid was? If it's something derisory like £100k then fair enough he's worth more than that. I wouldn't be averse to selling him if the deal was right for both parties though as he's on the fringes - probably the most skillfull player on our books and capable of moments of magic, but his end product is really bad - and only way he will improve that is with games, which he's not going to get here.

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JaySwitch added 13:43 - Jan 30 TWTD UNDERSTANDS
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tractorboybig added 13:45 - Jan 30 would not be missed
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ArnieM added 13:47 - Jan 30 If Edwards had an end product he'd be playing his football in the PL. he can't even eg n get into our team as first choice atm. Feel sorry gif him tbh but there's something just not quite right about his overall play ….
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Pencilpete added 13:52 - Jan 30 The fact a championship club is interested in him shows what everyone knows that Kyle undoubtedly has ability, he just needs consistency to his game. I'd turn down any approach because Kyle only improve
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ernie added 14:09 - Jan 30 He is 24, he should be playing not developing. He will only get better now through playing more games.
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Len_Brennan added 14:58 - Jan 30 I think this (which appears to be true alright) is more down to Ashton/the Board's desire to "make sure that no stone is left unturned" in going for promotion this season, than it is to Kyle being an indispensable member of the squad. He's not really been a consideration for the starting XI all season, and the additions of Broadhead & Hirst, which pushes Jackson out wide, have placed him further down the pecking order. But he can come on for the last 15 minutes of a game, with 5 substitutes, and do something a bit different, and there is always the fear of a couple of key injuries that he can cover for. I really like Kyle & am pleased that we are holding on to him, but I think he needs to play consistently, and he won't get that here; I can see him going in the Summer, whatever league we are in.

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buzbyblue added 16:34 - Jan 30 Shame Edwards doesn't get as much playing time as Jackson, would much rather Jackson left.........
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oldblue added 17:51 - Jan 30 Another anti Jackson comment..did you see the match Saturday?
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Linkboy13 added 18:16 - Jan 30 Although his all round game is lacking he's still a very valuable member of the squad and I would keep him . If he really wants the move then that's different and if Hull's offer is acceptable then i would release him no point in keeping an unhappy player.
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itfchorry added 18:22 - Jan 30 He's a star man running down the right His name is Kyle Edwards and he's F dynamite 💙
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Bert added 18:54 - Jan 30 Edwards could be a very good player but he has to have an end product to his mazy runs. I would definitely keep him, coach him well and use him in games when we get bogged down.
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Umros added 23:16 - Jan 30 Soon be passing Hull, cant see why he would want such an boring move !
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Monkey_Blue added 01:18 - Jan 31 Think he's very much worth keeping and don't think he'll have any problem being effective at higher levels, he just needs to add consistency but it's hard to be consistent when you aren't starting week in week out.
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Cervantes added 14:03 - Jan 31 Kyle is a naturally gifted footballer and he will play a role before the end of the season. His end product does need improvement and sometimes he fails to see the bigger picture around him. Having said that, crossing the ball (accurately) while running at pace is one of the hardest skills in the game. Our forwards just have to gamble and get into space then hope the ball finds its way to them. That's one reason why Beckham was such a legend. Apart from his range of passing, he could cross while on the run consistently. Again, I feel Edwards will play a part in our promotion push. COYB.

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