Royle on Drissa Release

Last updated : 25 May 2005 By ITFM
Guniea international Diallo joined Town from Burnley during the Summer of 2003 on a free transfer. However in the two seasons he has been at Portman Road, he has been unable to hold down a first team place and has often been played out of position.

Speaking to the Ipswich Evening Star Royle thanked Drissa for his efforts while at the club: "He has been honest, dedicated and a true professional throughout his time with us. He has also been a bit unlucky.

"Drissa played 25 games last season and we only lost three of them and he was playing regularly, although not in his natural position, until he was injured in December."