Overview
- Liam Delap, who scored 12 goals in Ipswich's relegation campaign, has a £30 million release clause making him a top target for Manchester United and Chelsea.
- Manchester United held face-to-face talks with Delap after Ipswich granted him permission to travel to Manchester, signaling advanced negotiations.
- Chelsea remains a strong contender, with their ability to offer European football potentially tipping the scales if United fail to win the Europa League final against Tottenham on Wednesday.
- Manchester City, Delap's former club, hold a £40 million buy-back option but have decided not to activate it, leaving the competition to United and Chelsea.
- Delap's final decision is expected after the Europa League final, with United's Champions League qualification likely to play a decisive role in his choice.