Chelsea Set to Sign Liam Delap from Ipswich

Chelsea are set to sign Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap for £30 million after the 22-year-old England U-21 international chose Stamford Bridge over Manchester United, Newcastle, and Everton, following Ipswich's relegation. Delap, who scored 12 Premier League goals last season, will join Chelsea after his release clause was activated. Key factors in his decision include Chelsea's Champions League qualification, head coach Enzo Maresca's influence, and connections to former Manchester City colleagues at the club. Chelsea are finalizing personal terms and may loan 19-year-old Marc Guiu to Ipswich as part of the deal. Under Maresca, the club is building a youthful and competitive squad following their Conference League victory. Chelsea are planning further summer signings ahead of the expanded Club World Cup.