In a counter-attacking Ipswich side, Delap’s powerful, driving runs forward have been a theme of his season as he has shouldered much of the attacking responsibility with a return of 10 non-penalty goals — at an overall rate of over one goal every three games — for his efforts.

Chelsea are expected to explore signing a second striker after completing a £30million deal to bring Liam Delap to Stamford Bridge. Enzo Maresca's side are close to confirming Delap's arrival from Ipswich Town,

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has personally been pushing to sign one attacker behind-the-scenes, and he's been given a real boost.