Chelsea will enter the summer transfer window to sign another striker. They have some big names linked with them. One of their preferred striker is looked upon by multiple clubs which will come as a blow for the Blues.
Enzo Maresca wants another striker and the board is likely to back his decision. The Blues will focus on a young striker who can serve as backup for Nicolas Jackson. But, they also want him to compete for the starting position. Their preferred target for the summer is Liam Delap.
Liam Delap has been superb since joining Ipswich Town this summer. He has scored 12 goals and picked 2 assists in 30 Premier League games. He is 22 years old and can be seen as a long-term investment. Chelsea view him as a perfect fit in their plans are may make a move soon.
Chelsea face heavy competition in pursuit of Liam Delap
Ipswich Town are happy with Delap and would like to keep him for long time. But, they are likely to get relegated and Delap is too good to play in Championship. He will be available in the market for £40 million once Tractor Boys get relegated.
Man United hold strong interest in Liam Delap. They can make a move this summer as they are likely to part ways with both of their current strikers. Both, Hojlund and Zirkzee have failed to impress and selling them will raise funds along with opening up space in the squad.
Besides United, the 22 year old is also looked upon by Liverpool and Newcastle. Now, TEAMtalk have reported that Brighton and Everton have joined the race for Delap. This will come as a blow for Chelsea who will have to beat all these to land Delap. Other clubs can find it easy to convince Delap as they can guarantee him more game time than the Blues.
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