Overview
- Everton are reported to be leading the race to sign Liam Delap, with Newcastle also tracking the 23-year-old striker.
- Reports say Chelsea could entertain offers after a difficult first season for Delap following his move from Ipswich for about £30m.
- Ireland’s assistant coach John O’Shea has contacted Rory Delap to signal the FA of Ireland’s interest in the forward.
- Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson said the choice rests with the player, who has represented England at youth level but has no senior cap and remains eligible for Ireland through his father.
- Delap has struggled at Chelsea with two goals in 32 appearances and missed 11 games with a hamstring injury, while Ireland shift focus to Euro 2028 with a May training camp in Spain outside the FIFA window that will limit call-ups.