Delap Move Signals More to ComeChelsea’s summer transfer window is already beginning to rumble with intent, and Liam Delap’s name is the first to stir significant

Manchester United were dealt a transfer hammer blow by Liam Delap's decision to reject their advances and instead choose Chelsea as his next home.

But behind every rising star lies a foundation built by family, and for Liam Delap, his parents—Rory Delap and Helen Delap—have played pivotal roles in shaping his journey to becoming Chelsea’s next big thing.

Liam Delap has spoken to several clubs about a move this summer, including Manchester United, and has now made a decision on his future.

The MEN Sport team has their say with Manchester United looking likely to lose out on Liam Delap transfer to rivals Chelsea

Heimir Hallgrímsson recently met Liam Delap to gauge whether the England under-21 striker would be interested in declaring for the Republic of Ireland. Delap’s father Rory, who won 11 caps for Ireland between 1998 and 2004, and Hallgrímsson’s assistant coach John O’Shea were also present.

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Manchester United are in the process of a major overhaul this summer with plenty of ingoings and outgoings, and one potential signing could be handed his dream shirt number from the off