Latest developments
- Liam Delap has landed on Besiktas' radar.
- Several top Premier League clubs also want Delap.
- The Turkish outfit want a low-cost option in front.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (3.5/5): Surprise suitors for Delap
Ipswich Town star Liam Delap has impressed a number of top Premier League clubs with his exploits, and now Besiktas have also surprisingly joined the race for the 22-year-old.
That is according to Turkish publication ASPOR, which is pretty reliable when it comes to Super Lig-related updates.
Value (4/5): Low-cost option
It is underlined that the Black Eagles want a low-cost option to strengthen Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's attack. Delap fits the bill in that regard as his contract includes a release clause worth £30m if his club Ipswich are relegated from the Premier League.
Suitability (4.5/5): Old-school number nine
Like the strikers of yesteryears, the 6ft 1in striker brilliantly uses his massive frame and movement to make a difference in the final third. With 12 goals in 31 Premier League appearances, Delap has also underlined that his finishing is very impressive.
Upgrade? (4/5): Immobile replacement
The ageing Ciro Immobile's inconsistent performance has led to Besiktas exploring the market, so if Delap moves to Istanbul, he would certainly become the first-choice striker under Solskjaer.
Logic (1/5): No chance
Delap is keen on playing in the Premier League, and with Manchester United and Chelsea in the mix, there's no way Besiktas would be able to pull this off.
Whisper+ verdict: 17/25
Besiktas are showing they are ambitious but some mountains are too tall to climb.
