Ipswich Town Women has announced its retained list for the upcoming 2026/27 season, confirming the departure of 10 first-team players following the conclusion of the club’s first campaign in the second tier of women’s football.
The list, published by Ipswich Town on 7 May 2026, marks the start of a significant squad rebuild under permanent manager David Wright. Wright, who took charge as interim manager in January 2026 when the team was at the bottom of the table, successfully guided the side to a ninth-place finish in the league.
Among those leaving the club are several long-serving players. Forward Natasha Thomas, a club icon who made 260 appearances over more than a decade, is departing. Former captain Kyra Robertson and long-time regular Summer Hughes, both of whom reached the milestone of 100 appearances for the team, will also move on.
The full list of released players includes Sophie Baigent, Rianna Dean, Ruby Doe, Charlotte Fleming, Shauna Guyatt, Summer Hughes, Nina Meollo, Kyra Robertson, Ruby Seaby, and Natasha Thomas.
While these departures have been confirmed, the club noted that contract negotiations are ongoing for several key figures, including team captain Maria Boswell, Kaci-Jai Bonwick, Laura Hartley, and Megan Wearing. Supporters can view the full update regarding the squad on the club’s official website.
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