The three strikers currently in Chelsea’s squad are Joao Pedro, Liam Delap and Marc Guiu.
Pedro and Delap helped Chelsea to beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-1 on Saturday, with Pedro playing a big role in the victory.
The Brazilian did not score; however, he won two penalties, which Cole Palmer managed to convert en route to his hat-trick.
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Liam Delap's display vs Arsenal
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Delap was also involved in Chelsea’s latest win after he was brought on as a second-half substitute in the 75th minute.
Liam Delap of Chelsea is challenged by Santiago Bueno of Wolverhampton Wanderers
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Manchester United to continue monitoring Liam Delap
Before his move to Stamford Bridge last summer, Manchester United were keen on Delap and still appear to be interested in the 23-year-old.
According to TEAMtalk, United and several other Premier League clubs are monitoring Delap and will continue to do so in the event that Chelsea decide to sell the Englishman.
Delap has not been at the Blues for long, but an exit probably cannot be ruled out after his struggles in west London.
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Another frustrating performance
Delap struggles against Pafos.
This season, the England Under-21 international has only managed to score one goal in the Premier League.
Delap has had injuries, but he is fully fit again so now has the opportunity to make an impact. If Delap cannot do that, he could be replaced by Emanuel Emegha, who is set to arrive at Chelsea in the summer.
Joao Pedro celebrating with Chelsea teammate Liam Delap after goal against West Ham
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Why Liam Delap snubbed Manchester United for Chelsea last summer
Enzo Maresca was still in charge of Chelsea when they signed Delap, and the two previously worked together at Manchester City.
The Italian also guided the club back into the Champions League. The opportunity to play in Europe’s elite competition and the chance to reunite with Maresca are the two reasons why Delap chose Chelsea over United, according to reports last summer.
At this rate, though, it looks like the Red Devils or another club could end up getting their hands on the former City player in the next transfer window. For now, there is still a bit of time for Delap to turn things around.
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