Nottingham Forest has officially signed Liam Delap from Chelsea, with the forward committing to a five-year deal at the City Ground. The 23-year-old player made 47 appearances for Chelsea during the 2025/26 season after transferring from Ipswich, where he notably scored his first Champions League goal in a 3-0 win against Barcelona.

Delap's Journey to Nottingham Forest

Before his time at Chelsea, Delap had a breakout season with Ipswich in 2024/25, netting 12 goals in the Premier League and helping the club secure promotion to the top flight. His impressive performances earned him multiple accolades, including the Players’ Player, Young Player, and Supporters’ Player of the Season awards.

Delap began his career at Manchester City, making his senior debut at 17. He had loan spells with Stoke City and Hull City before joining Ipswich permanently in 2024. At Nottingham Forest, he will wear the No. 19 shirt and expressed his eagerness to contribute to the team's ambitions in the Premier League. “I really can’t wait to get started, this is a massive club with a big history,” Delap stated. “Hopefully I can bring goals here.”

Club's Confidence in Delap

Forest's chief football officer, George Syrianos, praised Delap as a “top talent” and noted that the club had been tracking him for some time. This transfer marks a significant step in Delap's career as he aims to establish himself as a prominent striker in the Premier League.

With this move, Nottingham Forest adds a promising player to their squad, and fans will be eager to see how Delap performs in the upcoming season.