Top contenders: Chelsea favored to sign Ipswich striker Delap

Chelsea is looking to strengthen its attack and has set its sights on Ipswich Town forward Liam Delap, who is having a solid season with the "Tractor Boys."

Details: According to CBS journalist Ben Jacobs, Chelsea is the frontrunner for this transfer. Moreover, Delap is expected to leave his current club regardless of circumstances. The striker is also reportedly attracted to Chelsea’s project, and at this moment, the chances of the transfer going through are very high.

Meanwhile, Chelsea continues to build for the future and has signed a young prospect from Kazakh club Kairat Almaty. The club officially confirmed that 16-year-old Dastan Satpayev will continue his career with Chelsea. He will officially join the English side in the summer of 2026, once he turns 18.

Reminder: Previously, Maresca expressed satisfaction with Chelsea’s activity in the transfer market.