Lisbie has the chance to move back up to the Championship

Colchester United are trying to stave off interest from Ipswich for Kevin Lisbie by offering him a new contract.

The striker still has two years to run on his deal but Ipswich are believed to have had a bid in excess of �500,000 accepted, due to a contract clause.

But Colchester, who were relegated to League One, are keen to keep the 29-year-old former Charlton man who was top scorer last season with 17 goals.

BBC Essex understands he has been offered a new deal with improved terms.