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Chelsea beat AC Milan at Stamford Bridge.

Delap at the double and Pedro stars as Chelsea cruise past Milan

Chelsea's new strike partnership both scored at Stamford Bridge as the Blues saw out pre-season with a well-deserved 4-1 victory over AC Milan.

Liam Delap's ex confirms split

Leanna Paul has confirmed that she has split up with new Chelsea striker Liam Delap.

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Man Utd face bleak striker reality this summer

Manchester United are facing the growing possibility of concluding the summer transfer window without securing the striker reinforcement they desperately need. The club’s efforts to bolster their frontline have hit a wall following unsuccessful pursuits of Liam Delap, Hugo Ekitike, and Viktor Gyokeres.

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Chelsea, Man Utd & Liverpool annoy Newcastle with transfer business

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has admitted to growing frustration in the transfer market after the Magpies missed out on multiple key targets to Premier League rivals, including Bryan Mbeumo, Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Hugo Ekitike. While Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool have all been very active, Newcastle's transfer activity remains stifled due to financial restrictions.

Man Utd are failing - again! Grading the Big Six's summer windows

The market opened earlier than usual but not every member of England's elite has taken advantage of it as the 2025-26 campaign fast approaches...

Cahill hails one Chelsea signing this summer

Former Chelsea and England defender Gary Cahill heaped praise on new signing Liam Delap, who joined the Blues this summer from Ipswich Town for £30 million ($41m). Cahill spoke highly of the English forward's physicality, while claiming Delap 'makes the grade' in terms of talent. The young striker has already established himself as a regular starter under Enzo Maresca in the Club World Cup.

Why Chelsea star Delap split with model girlfriend Leanna Paul

The reasons for Chelsea new boy Liam Delap breaking up with his model girlfriend Leanna Paul have been revealed.

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Why £30m Delap will MISS Chelsea's Club World Cup semi-final

Chelsea's new £30 million ($40m) man Liam Delap will miss the Club World Cup semi-final against Fluminense, while Reece James is a doubt with injury.

Club legend defends Chelsea transfer policy after Delap deal

Gary Cahill has defended Chelsea's transfer policy, claiming the "talented" Liam Delap can become a 20-goal-per-season striker for the Blues.

‘Wrecking ball’ Delap told he can be Chelsea’s next Drogba

Liam Delap has been told that he can become another Didier Drogba or Diego Costa for Chelsea as he is a “wrecking ball” of a striker.

Colwill reveals expectations Chelsea squad have placed on Pedro & Delap

Chelsea defender Levi Colwill has revealed the club's massive expectations on new arrivals Liam Delap and Joao Pedro. The Blues signed Delap from Ipswich Town just before the Club World Cup, while Pedro sealed a transfer to Stamford Bridge from Brighton earlier this week. Colwill is currently in the US with the Blues squad who have progressed to the quarter-final of the competition.

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Delap has 'a long way to go' before replacing Kane

Former Chelsea defender William Gallas has warned Liam Delap that he still has a long way to go before the striker can be touted as a long-term replacement for Harry Kane in the England national team. Delap has displayed impressive form since moving to Chelsea from Ipswich Town this summer and is slowly establishing himself as the Blues' first-choice forward.

CWC Stock Up, Stock Down: Delap capitalizes on Jackson's red

GOAL US looks at who thrived, and who fell short in the group stage of the 2025 Club World Cup

Delap already proving Chelsea should cut their losses on Jackson

The summer signing from Ipswich has seized his opportunity in the U.S. with his rival striker suspended for another brainless red card

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'Quite quick' - Chelsea boss gets excited about £30m Delap

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is excited about what Liam Delap has to offer, with the striker’s adjustment to new surroundings being “quite quick”.

How Chelsea have ALREADY recouped £30m Delap fee - explained

Chelsea have already recovered the £30 million ($40m) transfer fee they spent to sign Liam Delap from Ipswich Town by progressing to the round of 16 of the Club World Cup. The Blues finished second in their group, behind Flamengo, with six points from three matches and reached the knockout stage, where they will now lock horns against Portuguese giants Benfica.

Frequently asked questions

: Phil Foden usually plays as a right winger for Manchester City, using his stronger left foot to cut in and create scoring opportunities. Thanks to his versatility, he has also been deployed on the left of a front three, or in a more centrally influential role as the #10.
: Phil Foden was born in Stockport in Greater Manchester region, England.
: Ever since making his debut for Man City, Phil Foden has sported the No. 47 jersey, which he wears in honour of his late grandfather, Ronnie, who died at the age of 47.
: Phil Foden stands at 1.71m (5ft 7in), making him one of the shortest players in the Man City setup. Although he doesn't possess the extra strength, he is blessed with nimble footwork, with his low centre of gravity aiding him in drifting past opponents with ease.
: Phil Foden weighs 70kg (154 lbs), with his low weight and diminuitive physique allowing him to skilfully dribble past players and function in half spaces.
: Phil Foden joined the Manchester City academy in 2009 and broke into the first team in the 2017-18 season.
: Phil Foden has three children with long-term partner Rebecca Cooke - two sons and a daughter.
: While Phil Foden isn't married yet, he has been in a long-term relationship with girlfriend Rebecca Cooke, with the couple welcoming their third child during Euro 2024.

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