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Manchester United have put Liam Delap at the head of their shortlist for the summer as they look to find a reliable striker to head their attack.
The Ipswich Town striker has grabbed 12 goals and two assists in 33 games this season, an impressive feat considering the club are looking extremely likely to be relegated.
With 20 points, the Tractor Boys sit in 18th place in the Premier League, only three points above Leicester, but 12 behind Wolves who are currently safe from the cut.
However, news has emerged that the club’s imminent relegation could support United’s pursuit of him in more ways than one.
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Ipswich’s relegation affecting Liam Delap
Delap has shown this season that he’s more than capable of competing and delivering in the Premier League, and as such won’t be happy dropping down to the Championship.
With this in mind, several Premier League sides are looking at the 22-year-old in the hope of signing him this summer.
However, The Guardian has now revealed that if Ipswich are indeed relegated, then the current £40 million release clause for him will drop to £30 million.
This is much more affordable for United who are experiencing significant financial struggles, making him a more cost-effective move than for other strikers who are unproven in England.
However, The Red Devils are also up against Chelsea who are hoping to lure the striker to London as they too look to strengthen their attack.
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