Work under way to replace Sir Bobby Robson image

Work has begun to replace the image of football legend Sir Bobby Robson on the side of Ipswich Town FC's stadium.

The artwork of the former England manager has been on the Portman Road stand since 2009.

The club said the print had been "exposed to the elements for more than 16 years" and would get a "fresh look".

A picture of Sir Bobby lifting the UEFA Cup, which he won with Ipswich in 1981, will be replacing the existing artwork.

Tom Wright, from the Hudson Group - a private company which provides signage for the club - has been working to replace the image down at the stadium.

"[Sir Bobby Robson] is Ipswich Town's greatest ever manager and it's an absolute honour," said Wright, who is Tractor Boys fan.

Wright said he expected the work to be completed by Friday, but taking off the old image was almost like removing "wallpaper".

"I think the [fans] are going to love it," he added.

"If you're a supporter of a certain age, Sir Bobby brought so much success to the football club.

"He's an icon and walking down to Portman Road it'll be the first thing you see, it'll be great."

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