Sasa Lukic joins Ipswich Town from Fulham on deal until 2030
Synopsis
Ipswich Town have landed their eighth summer signing in Serbia midfielder Sasa Lukic, poaching him from Fulham on a deal until 2030. With nearly 100 Premier League appearances and 62 international caps — including World Cup and Euro experience — Lukic is arguably Ipswich's most battle-tested midfield recruit yet.
Key Takeaways
Ipswich Town have signed Sasa Lukic from Fulham on a deal until the summer of 2030 .
The 29-year-old Serbia international is the club's eighth summer signing , for an undisclosed fee.
Lukic made nearly 100 Premier League appearances and 106 appearances in all competitions for Fulham.
He has earned 62 senior caps for Serbia, featuring at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2024 .
Lukic began his career at Partizan Belgrade and spent seven years at Italian club Torino before moving to England.
The move is subject to a visa application .
Ipswich Town have confirmed the signing of Serbia international midfielder Sasa Lukic from Fulham on a long-term contract running until the summer of 2030. The 29-year-old arrives for an undisclosed fee and becomes the club's eighth new signing of the summer transfer window, with the move subject to a visa application.
What Lukic Brings to Portman Road
Lukic arrives with substantial top-flight pedigree, having made nearly 100 Premier League appearances during his spell at Fulham, whom he joined in January 2023. Across all competitions for the London club, he registered 106 appearances, including 13 in the final stretch of the 2022-23 season.
Prior to his move to England, Lukic spent seven years at Italian club Torino, accumulating 168 appearances and scoring 14 goals. He also had a brief stint with Spanish side Levante during the 2017-18 season before eventually making the move to the Premier League.
International Career and World Stage Experience
At international level, Lukic has earned 62 senior caps for Serbia. He was part of the Serbian squad at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, featuring in all three group-stage matches — against Brazil, Cameroon, and Switzerland. He also represented Serbia at UEFA Euro 2024 in Germany, making three appearances against England, Slovenia, and Denmark.
What Lukic and O'Neil Said
'I am proud to sign for this club. I know there is a great history here and some brilliant supporters so I can't wait to get started,' Lukic said after completing the move. He added: 'I have played at Portman Road before in the Premier League and the atmosphere was one of the best I have experienced. I can't wait to play here as a home player. I am a box-to-box player who gives my all every time I am on the pitch.'
Ipswich manager Gary O'Neil welcomed the arrival, saying: 'Sasa is a player who brings real experience to the squad heading into the new season. Having played nearly 100 games in the Premier League, he knows what it takes to compete in the division and has been a consistent performer throughout his time at Fulham. We are delighted to have him with us and further strengthen an important area of the pitch.'
From Partizan Belgrade to the Premier League
Born in Sabac, Serbia, Lukic began his professional career at Partizan Belgrade, signing his first professional contract at the age of 17 in 2013. He spent two seasons on loan at Teleoptik before returning to Partizan and making his senior debut in 2015. He played a key role in Partizan's Serbian SuperLiga title-winning campaign in 2015-16 before joining Torino in 2016.
With Ipswich looking to consolidate their Premier League standing, Lukic's proven ability to perform at the highest level makes him a significant addition to Gary O'Neil's midfield options heading into the new season.
Point of View
The logic is clear: they need midfield bodies who already know the division's tempo, and Lukic's 100-odd top-flight appearances answer that question directly. What is less clear is whether a player who was not a first-team regular at Fulham will be the creative force Ipswich need if they are to avoid a relegation battle. Gary O'Neil is building through experience and volume — eight signings in a single window is ambitious squad management, and the visa caveat is a reminder that the deal is not yet fully done.
NationPress
8 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sasa Lukic and why has Ipswich Town signed him?
Sasa Lukic is a 29-year-old Serbian international midfielder who joined Ipswich Town from Fulham on a contract until 2030. Ipswich signed him to strengthen their midfield with a player who has nearly 100 Premier League appearances and extensive international experience.
How much did Ipswich Town pay for Sasa Lukic?
The transfer fee for Sasa Lukic has not been disclosed by either club. He becomes Ipswich Town's eighth summer signing of the current transfer window.
What is Sasa Lukic's career record?
Lukic made 106 appearances for Fulham across all competitions and spent seven years at Italian club Torino, where he made 168 appearances and scored 14 goals. He has also earned 62 senior caps for Serbia, featuring at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2024.
Is Sasa Lukic's Ipswich Town transfer confirmed?
Ipswich Town have officially announced the signing, but the move remains subject to a visa application. Until the visa is granted, the transfer is not fully complete.
Who is Ipswich Town's manager and what did he say about the signing?
Ipswich Town are managed by Gary O'Neil, who said Lukic 'brings real experience to the squad' and highlighted his near-100 Premier League appearances as proof he 'knows what it takes to compete in the division.'
