David McGoldrick spent five years at Ipswich Town. _(Image: Newsquest)_
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Former Ipswich Town forward David McGoldrick is now a free agent after rejecting a new contract at Notts County.
The 37-year-old returned to his boyhood club in 2023, scoring 17 goals in 35 games last season as the Magpies reached the League Two play-offs.
David McGoldrick was a key player for Notts County. _(Image: PA)_
McGoldrick limped off injured in the semi-final first leg 1-0 defeat against Wimbledon, that ruled him out of the return leg, which the Dons also won 1-0.
His contract was due to expire this summer, so he was presented a new contract offer at Meadow Lane, but the two parties were unable to reach an agreement.
The former Republic international has been strongly linked with a move to fourth tier rivals MK Dons, who are managed by his former Derby County boss Paul Warne.
The skilful frontman bagged 45 goals in 159 goals for Town during his five years at Portman Road between 2013 and 2018.