Manchester United Decide Against Summer Move for Liam Delap

Chelsea striker Liam Delap (R)

Manchester United decided against making a bid for Chelsea striker Liam Delap this summer. Club leaders held internal talks before opting to focus on other transfer targets.

Red Devils Shift Transfer Focus

United chased Delap when he left Ipswich Town last year. However, Old Trafford bosses chose not to join the current race after Chelsea placed the striker on the market. United plan to use their transfer budget on other main targets in the squad.

Everton Lead Hunt for Chelsea Striker

Delap remains free to leave London after Chelsea approved a forward line clear-out. Everton lead the pursuit for the English forward, while Newcastle United and Leeds United also held talks with his agents.