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Godfrey made 82 appearances for Everton between 2020-2024 Ipswich Town are in talks to sign Atalanta defender Ben Godfrey on loan. The 26-year-old has played just 22 minutes in Serie A since making a free transfer move from Everton in the summer - and could now be set for an early return to the Premier League. Ipswich manager Kieran Mc Kenna is understood to have been key talks with the player, with sources close to Godfrey saying the Tractor Boys are firm favourites, amid interest from other clubs. It is believed talks will continue over the weekend after Atalanta made Godfrey available for a move, amid a positive start to the season, which sees the club top of the league at the midway point. Godfrey has played a further 71 minutes in his other four appearances in all competitions, which includes two outings in the Champions League, for the club that last season won the Europa League. Ipswich, meanwhile, are 18th in the Premier League, but beat Chelsea 2-0 in their last match to close the gap on Wolves to one point as they seek to escape relegation back to the Championship. Rybakina's ex-coach suspended as investigation into conduct continues 'He's under their skin' - Konstas riles India again Teenager Littler aims for Ally Pally immortality Strike and Robin tackle their latest thrilling case Tom Burke and Holliday Grainger star in another masterful Robert Galbraith mystery Lily and Miquita discuss their resolutions for 2025 Join lifelong friends twice a week for their transatlantic catch-ups Revisit the classic, acclaimed series Beloved sitcom about a working-class family, whose lives revolve around the TV The astonishing double life of a secret agent Trace Stakeknife's story, an agent who walked the tightrope between the IRA and British Army intelligence Teenager Littler aims for Ally Pally immortality Bumrah takes final-ball wicket after altercation. Video Bumrah takes final-ball wicket after altercation Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week? 'Real Rangers stand up, but can they keep standing? ' Watch best of action as Rangers beat Celtic in derby. Video Watch best of action as Rangers beat Celtic in derby What shape are Lionesses in for 2025? Watch the goals as Dundee Utd strike late to win derby. Video Watch the goals as Dundee Utd strike late to win derby Sporting highlights to look forward to in 2025 The 'genius' behind 'one of best images' in tennis What's the latest on Alexander-Arnold, and others who might move? What challenges lie ahead for Tuchel? 'Humble & popular but no plan B' - The inside story of Rooney at Plymouth How Ferguson masterminded Aberdeen's greatest win Watch the 20 best Scottish Premiership goals of 2024. Video Watch the 20 best Scottish Premiership goals of 2024 The best sports photos of 2024 - and how they were captured Awesome passes & stunning catches - NFL best plays. Video Awesome passes & stunning catches - NFL best plays Take on our BBC Gameshows ultimate football quiz Death of the terrace - one fan's love letter © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.