Chelsea ‘agree' Liam Delap transfer as Ipswich Town eye replacement
Chelsea have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Liam Delap from Ipswich Town in the summer transfer window.
The Blues will pay £30 million for the striker after the release clause in his contract became active following the Tractor Boys' relegation from the Premier League.
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The Athletic's David Ornstein claims the two clubs have 'reached an agreement' on the terms of the transfer.
Personal terms are 'not expected' to be an issue, while Marc Guiu could be moving in the other direction.
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