In a counter-attacking Ipswich side, Delap’s powerful, driving runs forward have been a theme of his season as he has shouldered much of the attacking responsibility with a return of 10 non-penalty goals — at an overall rate of over one goal every three games — for his efforts.

"The good thing about Liam is he still has a lot of developing to do. He still has a lot of improvement to do in his all round game so it is exciting times for him."

Chelsea have now officially confirmed their first new summer transfer window signing, and it actually isn’t Liam Delap of Ipswich Town.This news comes after Chelsea beat Real Betis to win the