Nottingham Forest Sign Liam Delap From Chelsea in Club-Record £45m Deal

Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of 23-year-old striker Liam Delap from Chelsea in a club-record £45 million deal.

Delap becomes the latest major addition to Oliver Glasner’s Forest project, with the manager understood to have been particularly keen on bringing the England striker to the City Ground. Reports confirm that Forest reached an agreement with Chelsea for the permanent transfer, with Delap now set to continue his career in the Premier League.

The forward only joined Chelsea from Ipswich Town last summer for around £30 million, but his time at Stamford Bridge has lasted just one season. Chelsea were willing to sell as part of their ongoing squad reshuffle, while Delap was also informed that he was no longer central to the club’s plans.

Forest faced competition for Delap, with Everton and Leeds United among the clubs interested, but the striker ultimately chose to remain in the Premier League and join Glasner’s ambitious project.

The move represents a major statement from Forest, who are continuing to strengthen their squad with ambitious signings. Delap now arrives at the City Ground with significant expectations on his shoulders, as the club’s record signing.

For Chelsea, the transfer brings a quick financial return on a player signed only last year. For Forest, it is a significant investment in a young English striker they believe can become a key figure for years to come.