Everton handed huge boost to seal Liam Delap transfer
Everton, Chelsea, Manchester United and a number of other teams are keen on signing Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap.
The 22-year-old has been a standout performer for the relegation-threatened team this season.
He has bagged 12 goals in 30 appearances despite his side struggling to keep up with the rest of the league.
Everton can sign Delap at a £10million discount
It was initially believed that the Toffees would have to pay £40million to secure the English striker’s services this summer.
However, per the Guardian, his release clause will be reduced to £30million if Ipswich get relegated – something that is certain to happen in the coming weeks.
Everton must sign Delap in the summer to address their glaring striker crisis and secure a long-term asset for their new era at Bramley-Moore Dock.
| Competition (2024/25) | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Premier League | 30 | 12 | 2 |
With Dominic Calvert-Lewin sidelined until May and his contract expiring, alongside Armando Broja’s ineffective loan spell ending, the Toffees lack a reliable goal-scorer.
Delap, a 22-year-old Ipswich Town standout, has netted 12 Premier League goals this season despite his team’s relegation battle, showcasing his pace, physicality, and finishing – traits tailor-made for David Moyes’ gritty, dynamic system.
The Scotsman will certainly be thrilled if the hierarchy can bring him to Bramley-Moore Dock for next season.
The Friedkin Group can make a statement by getting Delap to Everton
At £30million, the striker is a feasible investment for The Friedkin Group, who aim to make a statement post-takeover.
Delap’s potential as England’s next top striker, likened to Harry Kane, offers Everton a chance to build around a high-ceiling talent, replacing Calvert-Lewin’s injury-prone tenure with youthful consistency.
It is a summer of change on Merseyside and it’s likely to be a window in which the owners will have to spend quite a bit.
Hopefully, they can convince Delap to join ahead of the elite clubs as he can be the face of the rebuild and get regular game time under Moyes.