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Liam Delap Transfer from Chelsea to Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest head coach Oliver Glasner said they were in talks for many days and convinced Liam Delap that Nottingham Forest is the right club at the right moment for where he is in his career. Glasner also stated that Delap had a difficult season at Chelsea, with much higher expectations, especially from himself. The coach added that in the last weeks Delap was no longer allowed to train with the team and was with a separate training group.
Nottingham Forest head coach Oliver Glasner said they were in talks for many days and convinced Liam Delap that Nottingham Forest is the right club at the right moment for where he is in his career. Glasner also stated that Delap had a difficult season at Chelsea, with much higher expectations, especially from himself. The coach added that in the last weeks Delap was no longer allowed to train with the team and was with a separate training group.
Nottingham Forest have announced the signing of Liam Delap from Chelsea in a club-record deal worth a total package of £50 million (€58.3m). Delap has signed a five-year deal with the club, keeping him contracted until 2031. At Chelsea, his Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) rose as high as €49.4m. Forest believe Delap has the profile of a prolific Premier League scorer. The Telegraph revealed that manager Oliver Glasner told the board that many of last season’s most prolific goalscorers were around 6ft, quick and players who like to attack space behind defences. Glasner is hopeful that Delap can replicate the achievements of Erling Haaland, Jean-Philippe Mateta and Igor Thiago. Delap will join former Ipswich colleagues James McAtee and Omari Hutchinson.
Nottingham Forest have announced the signing of Liam Delap from Chelsea in a club-record deal worth a total package of £50 million (€58.3m). Delap has signed a five-year deal with the club, keeping him contracted until 2031. At Chelsea, his Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) rose as high as €49.4m. Forest believe Delap has the profile of a prolific Premier League scorer. The Telegraph revealed that manager Oliver Glasner told the board that many of last season’s most prolific goalscorers were around 6ft, quick and players who like to attack space behind defences. Glasner is hopeful that Delap can replicate the achievements of Erling Haaland, Jean-Philippe Mateta and Igor Thiago. Delap will join former Ipswich colleagues James McAtee and Omari Hutchinson.
Nottingham Forest have confirmed that Liam Delap has joined from Chelsea on a five-year contract. The fee is up to £50m. Liam Delap said he cannot wait to get started and described Nottingham Forest as a massive club with a big history. He added that he spoke to the manager, likes the manager's way, and thinks the manager can help him develop and take the next step. Delap also said he hopes to bring goals to the club.
Nottingham Forest have confirmed that Liam Delap has joined from Chelsea on a five-year contract. The fee is up to £50m. Liam Delap said he cannot wait to get started and described Nottingham Forest as a massive club with a big history. He added that he spoke to the manager, likes the manager's way, and thinks the manager can help him develop and take the next step. Delap also said he hopes to bring goals to the club.
Ben Jacobs reported that Liam Delap is undergoing his medical today before his move to Nottingham Forest from Chelsea is formalised. The deal is valued at up to £50m.
Ben Jacobs reported that Liam Delap is undergoing his medical today before his move to Nottingham Forest from Chelsea is formalised. The deal is valued at up to £50m.
According to Goal.com, Chris Wood has welcomed the forthcoming £50m arrival of Liam Delap from Chelsea, asserting the record signing will create healthy competition at Nottingham Forest.
According to Goal.com, Chris Wood has welcomed the forthcoming £50m arrival of Liam Delap from Chelsea, asserting the record signing will create healthy competition at Nottingham Forest.
Nottingham Forest have agreed a club-record £50m deal to sign Liam Delap from Chelsea. The transfer is understood to be worth at least £45m, which could reach £50m with add-ons. The striker is scheduled to have a medical on Wednesday. Chelsea signed Delap last summer for £30m from Ipswich and valued him at around £50m this summer. Delap had interest from a number of other Premier League clubs, including Everton, but Forest have signed him. Chelsea are set to make a £15m profit from the transfer.
Nottingham Forest have agreed a club-record £50m deal to sign Liam Delap from Chelsea. The transfer is understood to be worth at least £45m, which could reach £50m with add-ons. The striker is scheduled to have a medical on Wednesday. Chelsea signed Delap last summer for £30m from Ipswich and valued him at around £50m this summer. Delap had interest from a number of other Premier League clubs, including Everton, but Forest have signed him. Chelsea are set to make a £15m profit from the transfer.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Sky Sport and The Telegraph, Nottingham Forest is expected to sign striker Liam Delap, who is considered no longer needed at Chelsea. It is reported that all parties have reached a verbal agreement and that a medical examination is being prepared for the arrival of Liam Delap. The deal is reportedly worth approximately 52 million euros.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Sky Sport and The Telegraph, Nottingham Forest is expected to sign striker Liam Delap, who is considered no longer needed at Chelsea. It is reported that all parties have reached a verbal agreement and that a medical examination is being prepared for the arrival of Liam Delap. The deal is reportedly worth approximately 52 million euros.
According to Goal.com, Nottingham Forest have opened advanced negotiations with Chelsea over a potential deal for striker Liam Delap. The deal is being discussed as a loan with an option to buy. Delap was omitted from the matchday squad for Chelsea's recent 3-2 victory over Fulham.
According to Goal.com, Nottingham Forest have opened advanced negotiations with Chelsea over a potential deal for striker Liam Delap. The deal is being discussed as a loan with an option to buy. Delap was omitted from the matchday squad for Chelsea's recent 3-2 victory over Fulham.
According to Nicolo Schira, Liam Delap is nearing a transfer to Nottingham Forest from Chelsea for €50M. The report adds that there is an agreement in principle for a contract until 2031.
According to Nicolo Schira, Liam Delap is nearing a transfer to Nottingham Forest from Chelsea for €50M. The report adds that there is an agreement in principle for a contract until 2031.
TEAMtalk has been informed by sources that Nottingham Forest are set to sign Chelsea striker Liam Delap. Forest is the club expected to sign the 23-year-old after interest from a number of Premier League sides during the summer, and the former Ipswich Town striker is now close to a move to the City Ground. According to TEAMtalk, Oliver Glasner has played a leading role in convincing Delap to make the move to the City Ground. Forest has been working to complete the deal and is now expected to sign Delap ahead of other interested parties, with the final stages of the transfer being processed. Chelsea had been seeking approximately £40 million for the England international, although the final structure of the agreement is still being completed.
TEAMtalk has been informed by sources that Nottingham Forest are set to sign Chelsea striker Liam Delap. Forest is the club expected to sign the 23-year-old after interest from a number of Premier League sides during the summer, and the former Ipswich Town striker is now close to a move to the City Ground. According to TEAMtalk, Oliver Glasner has played a leading role in convincing Delap to make the move to the City Ground. Forest has been working to complete the deal and is now expected to sign Delap ahead of other interested parties, with the final stages of the transfer being processed. Chelsea had been seeking approximately £40 million for the England international, although the final structure of the agreement is still being completed.
John Percy reported that Nottingham Forest are in talks with Chelsea over a deal to sign Liam Delap. The talks are ongoing and at this stage, a loan is likely. Delap has been a long-term target for Forest and for Oliver Glasner from his time at Palace.
John Percy reported that Nottingham Forest are in talks with Chelsea over a deal to sign Liam Delap. The talks are ongoing and at this stage, a loan is likely. Delap has been a long-term target for Forest and for Oliver Glasner from his time at Palace.
According to a report from Team Talk, Everton, Nottingham Forest, Newcastle United, and Aston Villa have all discussed Liam Delap's situation. The report also states that Nottingham Forest and Everton have maintained their efforts in recent weeks, while Chelsea is currently maintaining their £40m valuation.
According to a report from Team Talk, Everton, Nottingham Forest, Newcastle United, and Aston Villa have all discussed Liam Delap's situation. The report also states that Nottingham Forest and Everton have maintained their efforts in recent weeks, while Chelsea is currently maintaining their £40m valuation.
It is thought that Nottingham Forest is among a number of clubs considering a move for Liam Delap. Delap no longer has the No 9 shirt and is part of a group in Xabi Alonso’s squad that is training separately, amid a possible move away this summer.
It is thought that Nottingham Forest is among a number of clubs considering a move for Liam Delap. Delap no longer has the No 9 shirt and is part of a group in Xabi Alonso’s squad that is training separately, amid a possible move away this summer.
According to talkSPORT, Nottingham Forest have joined Everton and Newcastle United in showing interest in Chelsea striker Liam Delap. Delap is expected to be allowed to leave Chelsea following a difficult first season. Chelsea are now prepared to sell the striker for around £40 million, one year after paying Ipswich Town £30m for him. It is understood that Delap's preference is to stay in England. This valuation comes after Sky Sports previously reported that Chelsea valued him at around £50m.
According to talkSPORT, Nottingham Forest have joined Everton and Newcastle United in showing interest in Chelsea striker Liam Delap. Delap is expected to be allowed to leave Chelsea following a difficult first season. Chelsea are now prepared to sell the striker for around £40 million, one year after paying Ipswich Town £30m for him. It is understood that Delap's preference is to stay in England. This valuation comes after Sky Sports previously reported that Chelsea valued him at around £50m.
Intermediaries working on a potential deal for Liam Delap have approached Nottingham Forest.
Intermediaries working on a potential deal for Liam Delap have approached Nottingham Forest.
According to 90min, Liam Delap is expected to leave Chelsea for an asking price of $40.4 million. There are reportedly many Premier League suitors interested in the player. A loan or a sale that includes a buy-back clause could be an option for Chelsea.
According to 90min, Liam Delap is expected to leave Chelsea for an asking price of $40.4 million. There are reportedly many Premier League suitors interested in the player. A loan or a sale that includes a buy-back clause could be an option for Chelsea.
According to iNews, Chelsea striker Liam Delap is a priority target for new Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner, who has instructed the club to make a bid. Delap is reportedly likely to be available this summer after a first season at Stamford Bridge that was disappointing. iNews names Forest as one of the main clubs interested in Delap, and states that Glasner is a significant admirer of the 23-year-old.
According to iNews, Chelsea striker Liam Delap is a priority target for new Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner, who has instructed the club to make a bid. Delap is reportedly likely to be available this summer after a first season at Stamford Bridge that was disappointing. iNews names Forest as one of the main clubs interested in Delap, and states that Glasner is a significant admirer of the 23-year-old.
According to the Daily Mail, Liam Delap is seen as a serious candidate to leave Chelsea before the transfer window ends. The report states that Delap faces strong competition in the attacking sector, especially following the likely arrival of Welbeck.
According to the Daily Mail, Liam Delap is seen as a serious candidate to leave Chelsea before the transfer window ends. The report states that Delap faces strong competition in the attacking sector, especially following the likely arrival of Welbeck.
Chelsea wants 50 million euros for striker Liam Delap, according to The Telegraph. It appears the forward has been made available for sale by Chelsea, as the club aims to reduce the number of players in its squad under new coach Xabi Alonso.
Chelsea wants 50 million euros for striker Liam Delap, according to The Telegraph. It appears the forward has been made available for sale by Chelsea, as the club aims to reduce the number of players in its squad under new coach Xabi Alonso.
According to The i Paper, Chelsea want between €41 million and €46m (£35m to £40m) to sell striker Liam Delap this summer. The i Paper reports that Nottingham Forest are keen to sign Delap ahead of the 2026-27 Premier League season. The same outlet claims that Nottingham Forest are aware of Chelsea’s asking price and that Xabi Alonso’s side look to generate further revenue from selling players. The Telegraph reports that Delap is among Nottingham Forest's targets.
According to The i Paper, Chelsea want between €41 million and €46m (£35m to £40m) to sell striker Liam Delap this summer. The i Paper reports that Nottingham Forest are keen to sign Delap ahead of the 2026-27 Premier League season. The same outlet claims that Nottingham Forest are aware of Chelsea’s asking price and that Xabi Alonso’s side look to generate further revenue from selling players. The Telegraph reports that Delap is among Nottingham Forest's targets.
According to the Daily Mail, Nottingham Forest have revived their interest in Chelsea striker Liam Delap, whom they also pursued last summer. BBC Sport’s Nizaar Kinsella reports that Chelsea are looking to sell two strikers this summer, with Delap being a possibility. Delap joined Chelsea from Ipswich Town in June 2025 for a fee of €35 million (£30m) and his contract with the club runs until June 2031.
According to the Daily Mail, Nottingham Forest have revived their interest in Chelsea striker Liam Delap, whom they also pursued last summer. BBC Sport’s Nizaar Kinsella reports that Chelsea are looking to sell two strikers this summer, with Delap being a possibility. Delap joined Chelsea from Ipswich Town in June 2025 for a fee of €35 million (£30m) and his contract with the club runs until June 2031.
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