Ipswich [UK], Ipswich Town announced on Thursday that Kieran McKenna has signed a four-year contract extension, which will keep him with the club until the summer of 2028. Under McKenna's leadership, Ipswich have earned back-to-back promotions and also secured a place in Premier League football for the first time in 22 years. According to recent reports, Manchester United had begun talks with McCann over a possible role as head coach of the club. But his recent contract extension has ruled out a role with the Red Devils. Speaking after signing his new deal, Kieran was quoted in a club statement as saying, “I am extremely proud to have signed a new contract with the club.The W's have enjoyed incredible success together over the last two seasons, and I'm excited to have the opportunity and responsibility to lead this fantastic club into its first Premier League season in 22 years," he said in a statement at the beginning of May. Preparations and planning have been underway for the challenge ahead, with much work still to do. What an exciting time it is for everyone at the club, ahead of the start of the new season. “I am delighted to have committed my future to take the next step with Ipswich Town and am excited for what lies ahead as we continue this journey together,” he concluded. Ipswich Town CEO, Mark Ashton, expressed his delight at McKenna's commitment to the future of the club, saying, “We are delighted that Kieran has committed his future to the club." "Success brings its challenges and there has been much speculation in recent weeks, but Kieran and I have continued to communicate several times a day as we plan for the club's first Premier League season in a generation. "The new contract that Kieran has signed is a significant boost, heading into such an important campaign, as we continue to work hard and prepare for the coming season," he added. Along with Ipswich, Leicester City and Southampton were also promoted to the Premier League for the following season.