Juventus target Ipswich Town forward Liam Delap

Juventus are reportedly intensifying their interest in Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap as they prepare for a potential reshuffle in their attacking ranks.

The 21-year-old has been making waves with his performances in the Premier League, catching the attention of several top clubs, including Chelsea and Manchester United.

Since joining Ipswich Town in a £20 million transfer from Manchester City in July, Delap has quickly established himself as a key player. In 14 appearances for Ipswich, the young striker has scored six goals and provided one assist, showcasing his knack for finding the net and contributing to his team’s attacking play.

Delap’s performances have not gone unnoticed on the international stage either. Representing England U21s, he has netted two goals in 10 appearances, further underlining his potential as a future star.

According to The Mirror, Juventus views Delap as a potential long-term replacement for Serbian striker Dusan Vlahovic. With Vlahovic’s contract set to expire in 2026, there is speculation that the Italian giants could sell the 23-year-old next summer if they are unable to agree on new terms.

Juventus’ sporting director, Cristiano Giuntoli, has been proactive in scouting Delap. Giuntoli reportedly dispatched a scout to Portman Road to watch the striker in action during Ipswich’s recent clash with Manchester United.

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Juventus are not alone in their pursuit of Delap. Chelsea and Manchester United are also closely monitoring his progress, intrigued by the potential he has demonstrated in his early career.

Adding to the complexity of the situation, Delap’s former club Manchester City retains a strong interest in their former academy product. When selling Delap to Ipswich, City negotiated a buyback clause and a 20% sell-on option, positioning themselves as serious contenders should they choose to re-sign the striker.

For Juventus, Delap represents a promising young talent who could seamlessly transition into the Serie A giants’ lineup. With his physicality, finishing ability, and tactical intelligence, Delap could thrive in a league known for its emphasis on technical and strategic play.

However, the competition for his signature and the financial implications of a potential deal, particularly with Manchester City’s buyback clause in play, mean Juventus will need to act decisively to secure his services.

As speculation around Delap’s future intensifies, the striker remains focused on his performances for Ipswich, where he continues to build his reputation as one of England’s brightest young talents.

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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.