Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionGiveMeSportUnverified source· 16 Aug 2026
Everton Lead Race for £40M Chelsea Striker Delap
Everton have emerged as frontrunners to sign Chelsea striker Liam Delap, with Moyes keen.
L. Delap
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Player
Liam Delap
Current club
Chelsea
Linked club
Everton
Reported fee
£40M
What happened. Everton are reportedly frontrunners in the race to sign Chelsea striker Liam Delap, who was wanted by Moyes last summer.
- Everton lead the race for Delap.
- Moyes wanted him last summer.
- Chelsea striker valued at £40M.
Everton's interest could intensify as the transfer window progresses, with competition likely.
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