‘I can’t wait’: Liam Delap seals £45m Nottingham Forest move from Chelsea

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Nottingham Forest have secured the signature of striker Liam Delap from Chelsea in a deal worth a club-record £45 million. The 23-year-old forward has agreed to a five-year contract, marking his third club in three seasons after being informed he was not part of Xabi Alonso’s future plans. Forest manager Oliver Glasner reportedly prioritized the attacker during a transfer window that also saw Aston Villa acquire Goretzka and Chelsea agree a £40 million deal for Ahanor. This signing impacts the Premier League landscape as West Ham United’s rivals continue to invest heavily. Delap cited the club's historical status and the manager’s specific tactical approach as primary reasons for his decision.