Everton plotting ambitious raid on Chelsea for £30m striker
Everton are planning a loan move for Chelsea striker Liam Delap this summer, with an option to buy, as manager David Moyes seeks to strengthen the squad. Moyes has revitalized Everton since taking charge in January, guiding them to a top-half Premier League finish despite a recent winless run. Delap, who joined Chelsea for £30 million, has struggled with injuries and limited playing time but remains a promising talent.
- ▪Everton are targeting Chelsea's Liam Delap in a loan deal with an option to buy.
- ▪David Moyes took over as Everton manager in January and has led the team to a top-half Premier League finish.
- ▪Liam Delap joined Chelsea for £30 million but has made only 11 Premier League starts due to injury and competition for places.
- ▪Chelsea have multiple strikers, including Joao Pedro, Marc Guiu, Nicolas Jackson, and incoming Emmanuel Emegha, which could make them open to letting Delap leave.
- ▪Everton recently drew 2-2 with Crystal Palace, extending their winless league run to five matches.
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