Mick McCarthy has confirmed that a deal is in place to bring in a new ‘keeper to Portman Road.

Dean Gerken has been ruled out for at least a month with a hip problem and with teenager Michael Crowe as understudy to Bart Bialkowski at the Millwall game, the Town boss has moved quickly to bring in more experienced cover. 

“We are further down the line and a deal is done to bring in a ‘keeper now,” said the Town boss.

Mick also added that he is hopeful David McGoldrick will be back in contention to play against Brighton on Wednesday after missing the win at the Den with a knee problem. 

Luke Hyam though has been ruled out for a few weeks with a knee injury.