Summary
Chelsea is set to sign Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap after activating the £30 million release clause in his contract. Delap preferred Chelsea over other interested clubs, and negotiations about his personal terms are ongoing. Ipswich plans to replace Delap by possibly taking Chelsea's Marc Guiu on loan.
Key Facts
- Chelsea plans to sign Ipswich striker Liam Delap by paying his £30 million release clause.
- Several clubs showed interest in Delap, including Manchester United, Everton, Newcastle, and Nottingham Forest.
- Delap, 22, joined Ipswich from Manchester City in a deal that could go up to £20 million.
- Delap has permission to discuss options with interested clubs.
- Ipswich manager supports Delap's decision to consider new opportunities.
- Chelsea recently qualified for the Champions League.
- Delap scored 12 goals in 32 Premier League starts for Ipswich last season.
- Ipswich, relegated to the Championship, might bring in Chelsea striker Marc Guiu on loan as Delap's replacement.
