Sports · 7 August 2026

Former Everton scout urges Chelsea's Liam Delap to join the club

Former Everton scout Bryan King thinks Chelsea striker Liam Delap should move to Goodison Park to rebuild his career. King believes Delap could follow Romelu Lukaku's successful path, who scored 87 goals for Everton in 166 appearances. Chelsea reportedly wants to sell Delap, aged 23, for more than £30 million this summer.

By BriefTea Editorial · 7 August 2026 at 9:56

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