Rob Edwards aims for immediate return to Premier League if Kieran McKenna goes to Brighton

Ipswich Town could target Rob Edwards to take over if Kieran McKenna signs for Brighton, talkSPORT understands.

McKenna is already being targeted to replace Roberto de Zerbiwho will leave Brighton once the Premier League season is over, talkSPORT understands better.

And Ipswich believes London Chief Edwards could be the ideal candidate to replace the former. manchester united coach if he makes the decision to move to the south coast.

Although it is understood that Edwards' focus is on achieving an immediate return to the Premier League with Luton.

The Hatters gained promotion to the Premier League last year against all odds thanks to Edwards, who also did a commendable job trying to keep them up to par.

While Luton could have been relegated at the end, they ran Nottingham Forest close and were praised for their style of play despite struggling without the funds available to top-flight teams.

McKenna led Ipswich to glory this year, earning back-to-back promotions to the Premier League from League One after an incredible career as a manager.

However, there is every chance the Tractor Boys will lose their beloved boss as Brighton make him a key candidate to replace De Zerbi, who sensationally decided to quit smoking late Saturday night.

The Italian is wanted by several sides, including Juventus, AC Milan and Bayern Munichalthough it has also been related to Chelsea and United.

And Ipswich are eager to find a replacement as soon as possible as they prepare for their first campaign back in the top flight since 2002 if McKenna leaves.

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Edwards has won 25 of 75 games for Luton Town after taking over in November 2022 following a short spell with their rivals. WatfordEdit.

Having taken over at Vicarage Road at the end of May as the Championship season was winding down, he took charge of just 11 games in which he oversaw three wins.

As a result, the 41-year-old, who also coached England Under-16s and Forest Green Rovers, was sacked, moving on to their local rivals and leading them to promotion that same season.

Injuries have been cruel for the Hatters this season, who have seen key players Elijah Adebayo, Jacob Brown, Marvelous Nakamba, Amari'i Bell and Dan Potts miss significant parts of the season.

Captain Tom Lockyer too He collapsed on the field in December. after suffering a cardiac arrest that ended his season and potentially his career.