Liam Delap Ipswich Town striker Set to join Chelsea
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Manchester United’s summer transfer plans are continuing to face major disruption as European clubs ramp up their efforts to secure top young talent.
With Jason Wilcox and Ruben Amorim looking to rebuild the attack after a disastrous season, the Red Devils have been working on several key signings.
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Deals including Matheus Cunha and a new centre-forward to replace the underperforming Rasmus Hojlund.
United’s pursuit of Liam Delap had been one of the window’s most prominent stories.
The 22-year-old was high on the club’s list after a breakout season at Ipswich Town.
He netted 12 Premier League goals under Kieran McKenna despite the club’s relegation.
However, United’s optimism of landing the talent has been dashed.
Fabrizio Romano gives ‘Here We Go’ on Liam Delap to Chelsea deal
According to Fabrizio Romano on X, Liam Delap will join Chelsea after the Blues triggered the £30m release clause.
Here we go, Romano posted, confirming that Manchester City will not activate their buy-back clause.
Delap has accepted Chelsea’s project, with Champions League football and the presence of new head coach Enzo Maresca seen as decisive factors.
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Manchester United had agreed to trigger the £30m release clause and were confident of landing the England youth striker after reportedly agreeing personal terms.
It marks a blow for United, who had been optimistic about making Delap a key figure in their summer rebuild.
🚨🔵 BREAKING: Liam Delap to Chelsea, here we go! Agreement in place as £30m release clause will be triggered.
Manchester City will not use buy back clause and Delap has already accepted Chelsea project.
Long term deal, Maresca’s impact + UCL football key. Delap will join #CFC. pic.twitter.com/LmgmfQE8Su
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 29, 2025
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