Liam Delap wishes to stay at Chelsea and compete for his position, while Chelsea has looked at other options for him, presenting Strasbourg as a possible destination. It is suggested that Celtic, who are prioritising strengthening their attack this summer, should pursue an ambitious loan move for the 23-year-old English striker, who has been capped 12 times for the England U21 team. A temporary deal is seen as beneficial for all parties, as Celtic can offer a high-pressure environment and European football. For Chelsea, a loan would allow Delap to develop in a demanding setting while remaining their player—his contract runs until 2031—and it would give the forward a chance to lead the attack for a prestigious club. However, any potential transfer faces obstacles, including wages, Premier League perceptions of Scottish football, and the managerial uncertainty at both clubs. Everton and Newcastle United have also been linked with the player. According to Transfermarkt, his valuation is €32.00m. Reports from March 2026 suggest Chelsea could ask for approximately £40m. Chelsea reportedly paid €35.5M to sign him from Ipswich Town in June 2025.