LONDON, ENGLAND — Chelsea striker Liam Delap is keen to remain in the Premier League if he departs Stamford Bridge during the summer transfer window, according to talkSPORT.
The 23-year-old England international’s future at Chelsea remains uncertain, with the club reportedly prepared to consider offers as they continue reshaping their squad ahead of the new campaign. Delap would prefer to stay in England rather than move overseas, with the striker keen to continue playing at the highest level of domestic football should the right opportunity arise.
Chelsea are currently assessing their options regarding Delap and are open to allowing him to leave, provided they can reach an agreement that suits both the club and the player. Interest has emerged from clubs outside England, with Como reportedly considering a move to bring the forward to Italy, which would offer Delap the chance to continue his career in Serie A.
However, the striker’s preference is believed to be a move to another Premier League club, allowing him to remain in familiar surroundings while continuing to compete at the highest level. Newcastle United and Everton were previously linked with Delap earlier in the summer, although neither club went as far as making a formal offer.
With the transfer window approaching its closing stages, the coming weeks could prove crucial for Delap. Should a Premier League club submit an offer, the striker would reportedly favour staying in England rather than moving abroad. If no English side comes forward, a transfer to Italy could remain an alternative.
Chelsea, meanwhile, will focus on finding the best possible solution for Delap while continuing to work on their wider squad plans. The Blues have been busy in the transfer market and are still evaluating their attacking options. For now, Delap’s preference appears straightforward: if he leaves Chelsea this summer, he wants to remain in the Premier League.
