Elkan Baggott and Paulo Ricardo Secure 2026/27 Contracts with Ipswich Town and Persija Jakarta

Ipswich Town announced its retained list for the 2026/27 season, confirming that Indonesian international defender Elkan Baggott will remain on the first‑team roster. The 23‑year‑old centre‑back, who stands 196 cm tall, is listed among 25 players whose contracts have been renewed, while several other squad members have been released.

Persija Jakarta also confirmed a one‑year contract extension for Brazilian defender Paulo Ricardo. The deal, reached with the player’s agent, will keep him at the club through the 2026/27 campaign, making him the first foreign player retained under new coach Shin Tae‑yong as Persija reshapes its foreign‑legion lineup.