Chelsea have signed striker Liam Delap from Ipswich Town after activating his £30million release clause. The 22-year-old has agreed to a six-year contract, having decided on a move to Stamford Bridge over several other interested clubs.

Liam Delap revealed that the prospect of winning trophies was a defining factor behind his decision to join Chelsea despite competing interest from the likes of Manchester United. Once it was known that Delap’s Ipswich Town contract included a bargain £30 million ($40.

Chelsea have also confirmed an intriguing switch for Cole Palmer, who has cut his number in half, from No.20 to No.10. As with Delap, it’s a fitting assignment for our most creative player and who orchestrates our attack. Palmer was England U21’s No.10 as well.