BILLY Clarke, expected to be the next Ipswich Town player to hit the big time, today confirmed the benefits of a pre-season tour.The 18-year-old striker from Cork is on his first European trip with the Blues, and he made a big impression when he came on in the 1-1 draw against Belgian FA Cup holders SV Zulte-Waregem on Wednesday.

By Elvin King

BILLY Clarke, expected to be the next Ipswich Town player to hit the big time, today confirmed the benefits of a pre-season tour.

The 18-year-old striker from Cork is on his first European trip with the Blues, and he made a big impression when he came on in the 1-1 draw against Belgian FA Cup holders SV Zulte-Waregem on Wednesday.

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