Chelsea emerge as favorites to sign Ipswich's Liam Delap amid Man Utd competition

Chelsea have emerged as the leading contenders to sign Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap amid strong competition from Manchester United.

The 22-year-old forward impressed last season, scoring 12 goals and providing a couple of assists in nearly every game, with 37 appearances and 32 starts. His performance has attracted interest from multiple Premier League clubs.

A key factor in the transfer race is Delap's £30 million relegation release clause, which is now active, making a move this summer highly likely.

Reports suggest Chelsea are keen to hijack Manchester United's deal for the Ipswich star, with "growing noise" indicating they have become favorites despite Delap's reported agreement with Man Utd.

Former players and pundits have weighed in on the situation. When asked which club Delap might choose, Howard said, "Honestly, I think Chelsea are desperate for a striker. The Manchester United pull, I think for a player like him, it’s still there."

Additionally, Alan Shearer commented, "Someone is going to get a real bargain in that," highlighting the value of the potential signing.

Chelsea's interest appears strong, with insiders noting, "I’ve heard that Chelsea are quite hot on Liam Delap – I could see him going to Stamford Bridge this summer."

With multiple clubs vying for the young forward, the summer transfer window promises to be a pivotal moment for Delap's career and the clubs involved.

Chelsea have emerged as favorites to sign Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap, despite competition from Manchester United. The 22-year-old impressed with 12 goals last season and has a £30 million relegation release clause. Interest from multiple clubs is strong, with Chelsea reportedly keen to hijack Man Utd’s deal.