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Liam Delap Linked with Summer Switch to Newcastle United
Newcastle United may face a setback in their pursuit of Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap during the upcoming summer transfer window, according to recent reports on the player’s future.
Manager Eddie Howe is eager to strengthen his squad, with a new centre-forward being one of four key additions targeted ahead of next season.
Currently, most of the team’s goalscoring responsibility has fallen on Alexander Isak.
With European fixtures on the horizon, bolstering the attacking lineup has become a priority to ease the burden on the Swedish striker.
Delap has emerged as a potential target. The young striker has netted 12 goals in 35 Premier League matches this season, despite Ipswich’s relegation to the Championship.
While disappointing for Ipswich, the drop activates a £30 million release clause in Delap’s contract, making a transfer more feasible for interested clubs.
However, Newcastle face stiff competition. Manchester United and Chelsea are also monitoring Delap closely ahead of a possible summer move.
According to talkSPORT, United may currently hold the upper hand.
The outlet reports that Delap is “leaning towards” a move to United under prospective new manager Ruben Amorim and is open to returning to the North West, having previously developed in Manchester City’s youth system before joining Ipswich permanently last summer.
Much, however, could hinge on the outcome of the Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham.
Despite both clubs finishing lower in the league, the winner will secure a Champions League spot—an opportunity that reportedly appeals to Delap.
Newcastle are still in the race to qualify for Europe’s top competition through their league position.
A 2-0 win over Chelsea on Sunday pushed them closer to achieving that goal, lifting them to third place in the standings.
With two matches left in the season, they hold a three-point advantage over sixth-placed Aston Villa.
