Everton are making a serious push to sign Chelsea striker Liam Delap on a permanent basis this summer as they hunt for more attacking firepower.
According to Football Insider, the Toffees have already offered Delap a contract as they accelerate their efforts to land the 23-year-old.
Chelsea are believed to be open to letting Delap leave Stamford Bridge, though they are not expected to sanction a cut-price departure.
Reports suggest the Blues are seeking around £40m for the striker, which represents a significant outlay for Everton this window.
Everton appear to be in a strong position at this stage, although several other Premier League clubs are also keeping tabs on the situation.
Delap joined Chelsea from Ipswich Town in 2025, having scored 12 league goals for Ipswich in the Premier League that season.
Reuters reported at the time that he signed a six-year contract at Stamford Bridge, arriving with considerable expectations placed on his shoulders.
Despite those high hopes, competition for places at Chelsea has made his long-term role at the club increasingly uncertain heading into the new campaign.
The Guardian previously highlighted Delap’s old-school physical style and compared his aggressive edge to the type of striker Chelsea have often lacked.
Everton have been searching for a reliable centre-forward for several seasons, and Delap’s direct, physical profile could suit them very well.
He is strong, aggressive, mobile and comfortable playing as a traditional number nine, qualities that are increasingly rare in the modern game.
The primary concern for Everton will be the transfer fee, as committing around £40m to a player still needing regular football represents a considerable risk.
Everton cannot afford another expensive attacking gamble that does not deliver results and fails to justify the investment made.
However, if David Moyes believes Delap can become the focal point of the team, this is the kind of signing Everton should seriously pursue.
Moving early in the transfer window could prove critical, particularly if rival Premier League clubs decide to enter the race as the summer progresses.
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