Tag: Liam Delap

Chelsea Recall Marc Guiu After Delap Injury

Marc Guiu (Chelsea)
August 2025

Chelsea have recalled teenager Marc Guiu from his Sunderland loan after Liam Delap suffered a hamstring injury. Guiu scored once in three appearances for Sunderland and will return to Stamford Bridge as cover. Delap’s injury, initially assessed as a six-to-eight-week layoff, forced Chelsea to cancel Guiu’s loan deal. The 18-year-old, signed from Barcelona last summer, netted six goals in 16 appearances for Chelsea last season.

Chelsea Fans Call for Nicolas Jackson Loan U-Turn After Delap Injury

Nicolas Jackson (Chelsea)
August 2025

Chelsea fans have urged the club to scrap Nicolas Jackson’s planned loan to Bayern Munich after Liam Delap suffered an early hamstring injury against Fulham. With Joao Pedro the only fit striker left, supporters fear squad depth could collapse.
How: Jackson’s loan was reportedly close, with Bayern agreeing terms, but Delap’s setback has sparked backlash. Fans believe offloading Jackson leaves Chelsea under-resourced in attack, especially with fixtures piling up. Pressure now mounts on the board to reconsider amid injury concerns and fan unrest.

Delap Bids Farewell to Ipswich After Chelsea Move

Liam Delap (Ipswich Town > Chelsea)
June 4, 2025

Liam Delap has completed a £30m move to Chelsea after scoring 12 goals in 37 Premier League games for Ipswich.
The 22-year-old signed a six-year deal and thanked Ipswich fans, teammates, and staff on Instagram, saying he’ll “never forget” his time at the club.

Chelsea Trigger Liam Delap Clause as Striker Nears Move

Liam Delap (Chelsea)
Deal agreed in June 2025

Chelsea have agreed to pay Ipswich’s £30m release clause for striker Liam Delap. The player is now in talks over personal terms, with a medical pending.
The move is driven by Chelsea’s playing style, youthful squad, and existing player connections. Delap is familiar with Cole Palmer and Romeo Lavia from Manchester City, and Champions League football was not the decisive factor.

Delap Holds Talks with Manchester United Over £30m Move

Liam Delap (Ipswich Town)
May 2025

Manchester United have held direct talks with Ipswich striker Liam Delap, who visited Manchester for a face-to-face meeting.
Delap, 22, is considering a £30m move due to a relegation clause in his contract. Chelsea are also interested but no final decision has been made.

Arsenal Consider Liam Delap as Rotational Striker Option

Liam Delap (Ipswich Town)
April 2025

Arsenal are evaluating Liam Delap as a squad striker option, with Ollie Watkins and Viktor Gyökeres also on their shortlist.
Delap could be signed to support a main frontman like Gyökeres, offering a rotational role as Arsenal seek depth for multiple competitions.

Juventus Compile Striker Shortlist with Four Affordable Options

Agustin Modica (Atlético), Lorenzo Lucca (Udinese Calcio), Nikola Krstović (Lecce), Liam Delap (Ipswich Town)
April 2025

Juventus are exploring cheaper striker targets between €25m–€35m, including Modica, Lucca, Krstovic, and Delap, amid uncertainty over Vlahovic and Kolo Muani.
Though previously linked with Osimhen, Lookman, and Højlund, Juventus now prefer budget-friendly options to restructure their forward line for next season.

Manchester United Prioritise New Goalkeeper and Striker for Summer Overhaul

Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray), Liam Delap (Ipswich Town), Matheus Cunha (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
April 2025 (ahead of summer transfer window)

Manchester United plan to sign a new goalkeeper and striker this summer, following disappointing seasons from Andre Onana and Rasmus Højlund.
Amorim made the goalkeeper call early into his tenure. Victor Osimhen, Liam Delap, and Matheus Cunha are among attacking options already being assessed for the rebuild.

Chelsea Lead Race for Ipswich Striker Delap

Liam Delap (Ipswich Town)
Summer 2025

Chelsea are leading the race to sign Liam Delap for £30m if Ipswich are relegated, with Manchester United also interested.
Delap is familiar to Maresca and Chelsea’s scouting lead Joe Shields. His Premier League-ready profile and 12-goal season make him a valuable target.

Man United Prioritise Ipswich’s Liam Delap Over Gyökeres & Sesko

Liam Delap (Ipswich Town)
Summer 2025

Manchester United have identified Ipswich striker Liam Delap as their top target to fix scoring issues, edging out costlier names like Viktor Gyökeres and Benjamin Sesko. Chelsea are also keen due to Enzo Maresca’s City connection.
Delap, who has 12 goals in 30 Premier League games, could be available for £40m if Ipswich are relegated. Despite City’s £40m buyback clause, they’re unlikely to trigger it, though they would earn 20% of any Ipswich profit.

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