Liam Delap
Liam Delap
Chelsea have successfully defeated other clubs in race for 22 year old striker. The player was superb in Premier League this season. He was wanted by multiple other top clubs.
The star in question here is Liam Delap of Ipswich Town. He is 22 years old English striker who joined the Tractor Boys last summer. Ever since that move, Delap has been superb as he scored 12 goals and picked 2 assists in the league.
Delap has been attracting interest from multiple clubs across whole Europe. He will surely have a bright future as scoring 12 goals for relegated club is an amazing achievement. He is only going to improve and will surely be main striker for England very soon.
Delap was wanted by 4 top English clubs ahead of summer window. Firstly, he was the top target for Chelsea. Enzo Maresca has worked with Delap in his time at Man City. Hence, the Blues are keen to reunite them and form a solid partnership.
On the other hand, Delap was also the top target for Man United. The Red Devils are in desperate need of a new striker. They are likely to part ways with both Hojlund and Zirkzee. As a result, a new striker is top priority this summer.
Lastly, Delap is also wanted by Everton and Newcastle United. The Toffees are ready for a summer overhaul. David Moyes has already shown his affection for Delap. The Magpies want Delap to provide competition to Alexander Isak.
Liam Delap is headed to Chelsea
According to David Ornstein, Liam Delap has opted to join Chelsea. All Man United, Everton and Newcastle United are being informed about this decision. The personal terms and release clause requirements are already being met.
Delap is likely to get directly into the starting lineup. He will be an upgrade to Nicolas Jackson who has been highly inconsistent. Chelsea will need to spend £30 million for the 22 year old. This has been his release clause ever since Ipswich Town have been relegated.
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