United have been handed a potential blow in the race for Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap with Chelsea said to be closing in on a move for the player. Journalist Ben Jacobs reports that there has been positive talks between Chelsea and the player.

Liam Delap has ‘given the green light’ to a summer move to Chelsea despite agreeing personal terms with Manchester United, according to reports. The 22-year-old has emerged as a target for several clubs after an impressive season for relegated Premier League side Ipswich Town.

Manchester United are in the process of a major overhaul this summer with plenty of ingoings and outgoings, and one potential signing could be handed his dream shirt number from the off