Chelsea Striker Liam Delap Out Eight Weeks Hamstring Injury

Chelsea striker Liam Delap suffered a hamstring injury during their 2-0 Premier League win over Fulham, which manager Enzo Maresca has said could sideline him for six to eight weeks. This injury worsens Chelsea's striker shortage, especially after the sale of Christopher Nkunku to AC Milan and the loan of Nicolas Jackson to Bayern Munich, leaving Joao Pedro as the only fit senior striker. Maresca acknowledged the severity of the injury, describing it as occurring at full speed and requiring an extended recovery period, while also indicating the club may explore adding attacking reinforcements before the transfer window closes. Academy graduate Tyrique George replaced Delap during the match and performed well, but he too might leave soon, with AS Roma reportedly interested. Delap's injury adds to Chelsea's growing list of absences, including Cole Palmer with a groin injury and Levi Colwill out for the season due to a cruciate ligament tear. Despite these setbacks, Maresca expressed satisfaction with Chelsea's recent league performances and victories.