Liam Delap now on radar of North London giants too

 

Liam Delap’s rise from Manchester City prospect to Ipswich Town standout has caught the attention of several Premier League heavyweights—and now both Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly in the mix for the 22-year-old striker.

 

A Breakout Season at Ipswich

 

Delap joined Ipswich Town in July 2024 for £20 million and quickly became their attacking focal point. Despite the club’s struggles near the bottom of the Premier League table, Delap has delivered an impressive return of 10 goals and 2 assists in 28 appearances . His blend of pace, power, and intelligent movement has made him one of the most talked-about young forwards in English football.

 

North London Calling

 

Arsenal are reportedly eyeing Delap as a more affordable alternative to top-tier targets like Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres. With Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus both sidelined by injuries, the Gunners are in urgent need of a reliable striker. Former England striker Gary Lineker has even suggested that Delap would be a smart fit for Mikel Arteta’s system .

 

Tottenham, meanwhile, are also in the hunt. With Richarlison’s future uncertain and Dominic Solanke dealing with injury setbacks, Spurs are looking to bolster their forward options. Delap’s physicality and Premier League experience make him an appealing target for Ange Postecoglou’s side .

 

Transfer Tug-of-War

 

Ipswich are expected to demand around £40 million for Delap, but Manchester City reportedly hold a £20 million buy-back clause, adding another layer of complexity to any potential deal . Chelsea and Liverpool have also shown interest, making the competition for his signature even fiercer.

 

What’s Next?

 

With Ipswich facing relegation, Delap’s departure seems increasingly likely. Whether he ends up at the Emirates or the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Liam Delap is a rising star, and North London is watching c

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