Latest developments
- Manchester United are interested in Liam Delap.
- United want to strengthen their attack in the summer.
- The Red Devils are looking to sign players in their early 20s with potential.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (3.5/5): Delap on United's radar
INEOS new recruitment strategy combined with Manchester United‘s PSR concerns has led to the Red Devils prioritising signing players in their early 20s with potential. Accordingly, Ipswich City striker Liam Delap has emerged as one of their targets.
That is according to i Paper, which adds that Chelsea are also watching the ex-Manchester City talent.
Value (3.5/5): Delap's valuation revealed
The publication highlights that the 22-year-old striker, who has 10 Premier League goals to his name this season, is anticipated to cost nearer £40m. In comparison, finished articles like Victor Osimhen and Viktor Gyokeres could cost a lot more, even exceeding United's limited budget.
Suitability (3.5/5): Old school number nine
While most number nines these days like to drop deep and link up with their teammates in the middle of the park, Delap's best work comes without the ball. He uses his impressive movement and physicality to get the better of defenders in the final third. The Englishman also has different kinds of finishing in his locker.
Upgrade? (4/5): Perfect for Amorim
Delap is likely to start over Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee as his pace and intensity as well as his impressive decision making could make him an ideal number nine for the Portuguese's transition-based 3-4-3 system.
Logic (3.5/5): Return to Manchester
Delap is City's academy product as such a move to United is likely going to be scrutinised. Having said that, the opportunity to return to Manchester and compete at the highest level in the world-famous red shirt is bound to attract the young forward.
Whisper+ verdict: 18/25
Multiple outlets have now linked Delap with United, and he appears to be making more sense for them than any other striker in the market, especially when considering their financial predicament.
