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Nottingham Forest signs Liam Delap on five-year deal from Chelsea

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Nottingham Forest signs Liam Delap on five-year deal from Chelsea

Summary

Nottingham Forest has signed forward Liam Delap on a five-year contract for a record fee of £50 million. The deal includes an initial payment of £45 million plus £5 million in potential add-ons. Delap struggled during his time at Chelsea, accumulating more cards than goals in 47 appearances. Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner expressed confidence that Delap is a strong fit for the team's needs and believes he will thrive in his new environment. Glasner mentioned the importance of finding a club where Delap can regain his form and contribute effectively.

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By the Numbers

•Delap joins Nottingham Forest after a challenging season at Chelsea.
•The transfer fee for Delap is a club-record £50 million.
•Glasner expects Delap to fit well with the team's style of play.
•Delap had nine bookings and a red card, scoring three goals and four assists.
•Forest is looking to strengthen its attack ahead of upcoming matches.

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10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Nottingham Forest the ‘perfect club’ for Chelsea flop Liam Delap

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Nottingham Forest boss Oliver Glasner believes Liam Delap has joined the “perfect club” for him following his failed stint at Chelsea. The Tricky Trees signed the centre-forward on a five-year dea...
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