Chelsea Set to Seal Liam Delap Deal After Striker Chooses Stamford Bridge

Chelsea are close to signing Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap for £30 million. The 22-year-old has picked Chelsea over other Premier League teams.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Chelsea are finishing up talks with Liam Delap after he showed interest in joining them. The striker has a £30 million release clause because Ipswich were relegated from the Premier League. Chelsea are expected to pay this and make the transfer official soon.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Delap was wanted by many Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, Newcastle United, and Everton. Despite United’s long-term interest, Delap chose Chelsea, influenced by the chance of playing in the Champions League and reuniting with former teammate Cole Palmer. United’s failure to qualify for European competitions next season also influenced his decision.

Delap scored 12 goals in Ipswich’s Premier League season despite their relegation. Chelsea need a new striker for their upcoming Champions League campaign, and Delap could be a great addition.

WHAT NEXT FOR CHELSEA AND DELAP?

When the transfer is complete, Delap will probably join Chelsea for their FIFA Club World Cup campaign in the United States later this month. He will be keen to make his mark and grow under Chelsea’s guidance. For Chelsea, this transfer is about adding another young talent to their squad ahead of a busy season that includes Champions League football.

The Blues seem to have made Delap their priority signing up front, working quickly to beat competition from other Premier League sides. With the formalities underway to trigger his release clause, Chelsea fans can expect him to be unveiled in blue very soon.