Liam Delap, a striker, has a release clause in his contract with Ipswich Town, which will be activated if the club is relegated. The clause is valued at £30m, making him a potentially attractive target for top-tier clubs. According to the latest developments, Manchester United and Chelsea are interested in signing Delap, with both clubs having him on their shortlists for the upcoming summer transfer window.
Transfer Implications
The situation is further complicated by the fact that Manchester City, Delap’s former club, retain a 20% sell-on clause, as reported by @guardian. This means that if Delap is sold, Manchester City will receive a significant portion of the transfer fee. Ipswich Town had signed Delap from Manchester City in a deal finalised on 2024-07-09. Delap’s style of play and potential have drawn praise from notable figures, including Pep Guardiola, who praised Ipswich and the striker on 2025-01-19, and Enzo Maresca, who highlighted Delap’s potential on 2024-12-27.
Club Interest
With Manchester United and Chelsea showing interest in Delap, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold, especially if Ipswich Town faces relegation. The £30m release clause could prove to be a significant factor in determining Delap’s future, with according to reports, both clubs keen to sign him in the summer.