Chelsea’s Liam Delap Faces Uncertain Future Amid Como Interest

FolioPitch.com – 17 August 2026 | Two reasons why Delap is unlikely for Como despite Champions League attraction have emerged, casting doubt on the young striker’s potential move to the Italian club.

Recent reports suggest that Como are keen on signing Chelsea centre-forward Liam Delap, but there are significant obstacles that make his transfer unlikely. Firstly, the Blues are not eager to loan out Delap, preferring a permanent sale for a substantial fee of around €46m (£40m). This may be beyond Como’s budget, given their existing commitments, including a €60m deal to tie Nico Paz down to a more secure contract and a further €30m on the signing of Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea.

Moreover, sources indicate that Delap himself would prefer to stay in the Premier League for the 2026-27 season, even if it means forgoing the opportunity to play in the Champions League with Como. This preference is likely influenced by his desire to maintain a competitive playing environment and to continue developing his skills in one of Europe’s top leagues.

These factors combined suggest that Delap’s future at Chelsea may be more secure than initially thought, despite the Italian club’s Champions League allure. Time will tell if Como will be able to overcome these hurdles and secure the services of the young English striker.