Ipswich Town player could push for January move – 'Real nightmare'

Núñez has fallen out of favour at Ipswich and could seek a January exit; Trabzonspor have previously shown interest.

Marcelino Núñez is enduring a difficult spell at Ipswich Town after a promising start to the season. The Chile international, signed from Norwich in August 2025, scored a brace in an EFL Cup win over Leicester and impressed in early league matches, but hasn't featured in the Premier League since August and hasn't played at all in nearly two months.

His situation has been compounded by his omission from Chile's November squad after withdrawing for personal reasons during the last international break. The 26-year-old attacking midfielder's form and availability have deteriorated significantly from his Championship-winning campaign with Ipswich, where he contributed three goals and nine assists in 36 matches.

Trabzonspor have previously pursued Núñez and could make another move in January. There have been talks between the two parties, though Ipswich will have a say in any potential departure. If his circumstances don't improve by the winter window, a move away could end what has become a 'real nightmare' for the player.