Everton are targeting a move for Chelsea forward Liam Delap this summer, with the club already making contact with the player’s representatives.
Football Insider reports that Everton have gone a step further by sending Delap a contract offer, signalling genuine intent to get a deal done quickly.
Chelsea are prepared to sell the 24-year-old this summer following an underwhelming first season at Stamford Bridge since his arrival from Ipswich Town.
Delap is valued at £25 million on Transfermarkt, though Chelsea spent £30 million on him only a year ago, raising questions over the final fee.
Everton finished 11th in the Premier League in 2025/26, their first season at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, and are now aiming to push for European qualification.
Manager David Moyes is expected to be backed in the transfer market this summer, with attacking reinforcements identified as a clear priority for the upcoming window.
Delap struggled for regular minutes at Chelsea, with Joao Pedro’s strong output in the final third leaving the Englishman largely confined to the bench throughout the campaign.
A change of scenery could prove exactly what Delap needs, having previously enjoyed a standout season at Ipswich Town in 2024/25 where he scored 12 Premier League goals.
His physical presence in the penalty area, aerial ability, and intelligent movement make him an attractive option, offering qualities that Thierno Barry has failed to provide consistently.
With creative players like Iliman Ndiaye capable of supplying chances, Delap could rediscover the form that once made him one of the most exciting young strikers in English football.
Delap also carries significant pedigree, having been part of the Manchester City squad that won the Premier League, giving him experience of competing at the highest domestic level.
Everton will be hopeful of wrapping up a deal sooner rather than later as Moyes looks to build a squad capable of challenging for a top-seven finish next season.