6 h. ago Chelsea: Olivier Giroud sends message to Liam Delap over 'cursed' No9 shirt

Succession of big-name strikers have struggled at Chelsea when wearing the number nine shirt

Politics

58 h. ago England navigate elite demands in bid to retain European Under

Lee Carsley’s new generation can seize the narrative in Slovakia in the face of the Club World Cup hubbubIt summed up the lot of an England Under-21s manager when Liam Delap confirmed he would compete for his new club, Chelsea, this summer rather than join his international teammates in Slovakia. The Club World Cup has provided a fresh headache for Lee Carsley, a further example of the barrelling dominance with which elite club football overcomes its alternatives. Something special may be required over the next two and a half weeks if his team are going to make any impression on the public consciousness.Fortunately, England and Carsley have a record of producing exactly that. They kick off their Uefa Under-21 Championship campaign as the title holders and, if anyone needs enthusing, a look back at their win against Spain in the final two years ago should have the right effect. James Trafford’s last‑minute penalty save in Batumi was a genuinely thrilling moment that broke 39&nbs...

Politics

4 d. ago 'I wore Chelsea’s No. 9 before Liam Delap – friends and family laughed when I got it'

Liam Delap is the latest Chelsea signing to take on the No. 9 shirt for the Blues and one former player has opened up on his strange stint with the iconic jersey while at Stamford Bridge

Politics

4 d. ago Gary Lineker surprised by Arsenal transfer stance after £30m man completes move

Arsenal are in the market for a new striker this summer and Gary Lineker was surprised the Gunners did not appear to target new Chelsea signing Liam Delap

Economics

4 d. ago Benjamin Sesko to Arsenal transfer takes new twist with Chelsea ready to strike

Chelsea have already signed Liam Delap this summer, but the Blues are still pursuing a deal for another striker and that could lead them to gazump Arsenal for Benjamin Sesko

Sport

6 d. ago England: Liam Delap Club World Cup decision could backfire on new Chelsea signing

Delap has been left out of the England U21 squad for this summer’s big tournament

Events

6 d. ago Reece James delivers verdict on Chelsea signing Liam Delap amid poignant injury reflection

Blues captain has bounced back brilliantly after hamstring nightmare and will start for England against Andorra in Barcelona

Events

7 d. ago Liam Delap: Star Chelsea signing set for Club World Cup debut after England Under

It is not yet confirmed whether the striker will join the Blues in the United States this summer

Politics

7 d. ago Why Liam Delap could be the perfect player to finally end dreaded Chelsea number curse

Liam Delap could be the perfect player to lift Chelsea's 'curse' at Stamford Bridge and bring joy back to the number 9 shirt for so many fans, says Tom Phillips

Sport

8 d. ago Liam Delap reveals why he joined Chelsea as Manchester United handed transfer snub

England Under-21 striker has been given the No9 shirt at Stamford Bridge after £30m transfer from Ipswich

Sport

8 d. ago Liam Delap becomes first player to try and break Chelsea 'curse' in two years after £550m spend

Liam Delap has taken on the No.9 shirt following his arrival at Chelsea from Ipswich Town, but a look through the club's Premier League history suggests that may not have been a wise move

Economics

8 d. ago Chelsea show Liam Delap faith with new announcement in bid to break 'curse'

New £30m arrival takes on key responsibility at Stamford Bridge as he looks to succeed where many others have failed over recent years

Politics

8 d. ago Liam Delap explains why he had to pick Chelsea over Man Utd in £30m transfer deal

Liam Delap has completed his £30m switch to Chelsea from Ipswich after their Premier League relegation - choosing to snub Manchester United's interest in the process

Economics

8 d. ago Chelsea confirm £30m signing of Liam Delap from Ipswich on six

Chelsea met release clause in striker’s contract last weekDelap asked to miss U21 Euros to play at Club World CupChelsea have strengthened their attack by completing the £30m signing of Liam Delap from Ipswich. The club were determined to bring in a new striker this summer and have moved swiftly to secure one of their top targets.Delap, who has signed a six-year deal, chose to join Chelsea after receiving pitches from Everton, Newcastle, Nottingham Forest and Manchester United. The 22-year-old scored 12 goals for Ipswich last season and was available at an affordable price following their relegation from the Premier League. Chelsea met the release clause in his contract last week. Continue reading...

Economics

8 d. ago Chelsea: Liam Delap arrives from Ipswich in £30m deal as Blues eye more strikers

The 22-year-old played under Enzo Maresca in his academy days at Manchester City

Economics

9 d. ago Chelsea hold talks over Milan keeper Maignan and pay £5m to shed Sancho

Maignan, 30 next month, could cost about €30m Sancho returning to Manchester United after loanChelsea have held positive talks over a deal for the Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan, who could be available for about €30m (£25m) because he has only one year on his contract.The Premier League club, who have paid a £5m penalty clause after opting against meeting a £25m obligation to sign the Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho, have made checks on Maignan after being presented with an opportunity to make a significant upgrade on their options in goal. Continue reading...

Economics

9 d. ago Chelsea prepare offer for Milan keeper Maignan and pay £5m to shed Sancho

Maignan, 30 next month, could cost about €30m Sancho returning to Manchester United after loanChelsea are poised to make an offer for Mike Maignan after holding positive talks for the Milan goalkeeper, who could be available for about €30m (£25m) because he has only one year left on his contract.The Stamford Bridge club, who have paid a £5m penalty clause after opting against meeting a £25m obligation to sign the Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho, have made checks on Maignan after being presented with an opportunity to make a significant upgrade on their options in goal. Continue reading...

Economics

1 week ago Liam Delap issue solved as Chelsea's £5m Jadon Sancho blow gives £30m striker welcome gift

Chelsea are close to sealing a £30million deal to sign Liam Delap from Ipswich Town, with the striker set to be offered a perk with Jadon Sancho's loan ending as he heads back to Manchester United

Economics

1 week ago Chelsea will send Sancho back for £5m and prepare to confirm £30m Delap signing

Sancho returning to Manchester United after loanDelap coming in from Ipswich after terms settledChelsea have decided against signing Jadon Sancho on a permanent basis and will pay a £5m penalty to send the winger back to Manchester United when his loan ends on 30 June.Chelsea, who are set to announce the £30m signing of Liam Delap from Ipswich Town after finalising personal terms with the striker, loaned Sancho last summer with an obligation to buy for £25m. Continue reading...

Economics

1 week ago Chelsea launch £50m Jamie Gittens move with Liam Delap announcement close

Blues keen for Ipswich striker to be joined by his England Under-21 team-mate at Stamford Bridge this summer

Economics