Chelsea Set to Sign Liam Delap for £30m

Chelsea Football Club are “on the verge of completing the signing” of highly-rated young striker, Liam Delap, in a deal worth £30 million. According to top football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, the transfer is almost done, with only a few minor details left before Delap officially becomes a Chelsea player.

Romano broke the news to fans on Thursday, stating, 

“Chelsea are closing in on Liam Delap deal as details of the long term contract are being completed with his agents. Enzo Maresca appreciation + UCL football made the difference as Chelsea are set to activate £30m release clause. #CFC just wait for formal communication now.”

Delap, who is just 22 years old, had an impressive season for Ipswich Town, scoring “12 goals in 37 Premier League matches” under coach Kieran McKenna. Despite Ipswich Town’s relegation, Delap’s performances caught the attention of several big clubs.

Many believed he would return to Manchester City, who had a “£40 million buy-back option” on the player, but City decided not to bring him back.

Insiders say that new Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, played a huge role in convincing Delap to choose Stamford Bridge. Delap and Maresca have worked together before at Manchester City’s youth team, and the striker is believed to be excited about reuniting with his former coach.

One source revealed, “Enzo Maresca’s belief in Liam Delap and the chance to play Champions League football were key factors in his decision.”

The move to Chelsea also gives Delap the opportunity to play in the “UEFA Champions League” next season, something Manchester United and other interested clubs could not offer.

Delap will also join a young and hungry Chelsea squad, with players like Romeo Lavia and Cole Palmer, who he knows well from his time at Manchester City.

Chelsea are expected to “announce the signing soon”, as Delap is set to undergo his medical and sign a “long-term contract”.

The club is working hard to finish all the paperwork quickly so Delap can join the team for the upcoming “FIFA Club World Cup” in the United States later this month.

A Chelsea insider said,

 “We are confident everything will be completed in time for Liam to travel with the squad to the US.”

This signing is a clear sign of Chelsea’s ambition to build a strong team for the future and compete at the highest level.

The club’s fans are excited about the arrival of Delap, hoping he can bring his goal-scoring form to Stamford Bridge and help the Blues challenge for trophies next season.

As one fan said, “This is the kind of signing we need – young, hungry, and ready to prove himself at the top.”

With this move, Chelsea have sent a strong message to their rivals that they mean business this summer. The club is expected to make more signings as they prepare for a busy season ahead. For now, all eyes are on Liam Delap, the young striker who could be the next big star at Stamford Bridge.

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