As the forthcoming winter transfer window comes closer, Chelsea have started identifying their potential targets who can match the highly paced playing style of their new manager Enzo Maresca.
The Italian head coach has delivered exceptional results so far by relying on the dynamic young players of his squad. Moving further, the former Leicester City coach has marked a notable striker from their Premier League counterparts Ipswich Town who can do wonders for them.
With players like Ben Chilwell standing on the brink of their exit from Stamford Bridge, the Pensioners will be aiming to refortify their strength with some fresh legs who are consistently delivering for their side with impactful performances.
Chelsea wants Liam Delap
According to a report by Sky Sports, Chelsea are heavily interested in signing Ipswich Town’s centre-forward Liam Delap. The 21-year-old, who joined the Portman Road from Manchester City’s U21 unit this season, is single-handedly riding the boat for his current club with stunning performance this season.
The English U21 international has surprised everyone with remarkable gameplay this season, scoring six goals in the ongoing season of English football.
As Chelsea missed out on Victor Osimhen as well as Ivan Toney last summer, chances are high the English giants might go big to rope in the right footer next summer. Though the Winchester-born is in a five-year contract with his current employers, massive money on the table might trigger the Tractor Boys to let go of their current top performer.
It is worth noting that a probable arrival of Delap is likely to further increase the management tension of Maresca, who is already struggling to give ample amount of game-time to his current squad members.
Having Brighton and Hove Albion’s Evan Ferguson on their shortlist as well, it would be exciting to see whom Chelsea signs next summer. The Blues are currently in the third spot in the Premier League points table and are eyeing UEFA Champions League qualification. The North Londoners now tie their laces up for their next English League encounter against Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on Saturday.