Latest developments
- Manchester United have stepped up their interest in Liam Delap.
- The Ipswich Town striker has a release clause in his contract.
- United technical director Jason Wilcox is well aware of Delap's talent.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (3.5/5): United keen on Delap
Manchester United have held discussions internally over a summer move for Liam Delap, who is enjoying a prolific campaign at Ipswich Town.
The story comes from the Daily Mail, who claim Delap could be more affordable than Hugo Ekitike, who is valued at around £70million by Eintracht Frankfurt.
Value (4/5): Relegation release clause
United could get the 22-year-old without spending too much as his contract includes a £40million release clause that comes into effect upon Ipswich's relegation to the Champions League. The Tractor Boys are 12 points from safety and appear destined to drop down at the end of the campaign.
Suitability (4/5): Premier League ready
Delap has impressively scored 10 goals in England's top flight and his Premier League experience is highly admired at United. The Englishman has shown he is physically good enough to go toe to toe with the best defenders in the league. Under the right circumstances, he could effectively lead the Red Devils attack.
Upgrade? (4.5/5): Better than what Amorim has
The likes of Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have simply appeared clueless as number nines in the Premier League. As such, the arrival of any semi-decent goalscorer would give Ruben Amorim an instant boost and help him unlock his side's attack.
Logic (3/5): Return to Manchester
Delap learned his trade in Manchester City's academy so United might find it hard to convince the striker to return to Manchester in different colours. Further, the Mancunians face competition from a number of clubs, including Chelsea, for his signature.
Whisper+ verdict: 19/25
While Delap's price tag is viewed as affordable, finding an agreement over personal terms could prove to be tricky for United.
