Gary Neville gives Liam Delap transfer verdict
Liam Delap’s reported move to Chelsea is close to completion — and Gary Neville believes the 22-year-old is a smart addition.
Football.London understands the Ipswich striker’s transfer to Stamford Bridge is virtually done. Delap scored 12 goals during a tough season for the Tractor Boys and has impressed enough to earn a Premier League return.
Speaking on It’s Called Soccer!, Neville spoke on the move and said: “I like Liam Delap. I think Chelsea need two strikers. I think they need two more on top of Jackson, or even if Jackson were to leave, then two strikers. I don’t think Delap and Jackson are going to get Chelsea where they want to be, which is the top of the league or winning the Champions League.
“For me, you don’t have three strikers who are all world-class superstars. You have a Jackson. You have a Delap who is younger and who’s got potential to grow. £32m represents good value in today’s market.
“I think that’s a good buy for Chelsea. United wanted him also as well. He’s obviously chosen to go to Chelsea, who are far further ahead than United at this moment in time. I think the idea of having a striker like Jackson, who I think is a handful and who is a threat. Delap, at £32m. I’d then go and get in someone else. Then you’ve got a strong pool of strikers.”
