Latest developments
- Liam Delap is Manchester United's top striker target.
- Delap is being chased by nearly every Premier League club.
- United are considered favourites in the race.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (3.5/5): United in pole position for Delap
Ipswich Town hotshot Liam Delap is wanted by every Premier League club except Arsenal, but it is Manchester United who are viewed as favourites to secure his signature this summer.
That is according to the Daily Mail, who suggest clubs from Spain and Germany are also keen on the 22-year-old.
Value (4.5/5): Massive bargain
Delap has emerged as one of the most promising number nines in the Premier League this season, but he is very unlikely to cost too much as his contract includes a release clause worth £30m if his club Ipswich are relegated from the Premier League.
Suitability (4.5/5): Traditional number nine
The 6ft 1in striker brilliantly uses his massive frame and positional awareness to get the better of defenders, akin to old-school number nines. With 12 goals in 31 Premier League appearances, Delap has also underlined that his finishing is very impressive.
Upgrade? (4.5/5): Easy place to claim
United could prove to be the right platform for his development as Delap would get plenty of minutes under Ruben Amorim from the get-go, owing to the underwhelming performances of Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee.
Logic (4/5): Not the only option on the list
Delap is wanted by many clubs, and it seems United are also exploring the market for several options. The report claims their alternative targets include the likes of Matheus Cunha, Benjamin Sesko, and Antoine Semenyo. However, Delap would be cheaper than all these players due to his release clause.
Whisper+ verdict: 21/25
With United understood to be in the driving seat, this transfer saga should go very far.
