Newly signed Chelsea striker Liam Delap has been left out of England’s squad for this summer’s Under-21 Euros in a potential boost ahead of the Club World Cup.

Delap’s £30m move to Chelsea from Ipswich was confirmed this week, and he will link up with his new side for the Club World Cup this summer. And James says he is excited by the addition of the young striker.

Chelsea has signed striker Liam Delap from relegated Ipswich in time to play at the Club World Cup after activating his release clause of 30 million pounds.

Chelsea have bolstered their forward line with the signing of 22-year-old striker Liam Delap from Ipswich Town.

Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers and Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips congratulate Liam Delap after his move to Chelsea from Ipswich Town.

For Chelsea fans, the news that new signing Liam Delap has taken on the number nine shirt will bring back feelings they have managed to bury for the past two seasons. That is because that particular shirt has become synonymous in recent times with forwards that have ultimately underwhelmed and led to some to call the squad number 'cursed'.

THE thrills and spills of the summer transfer window are finally here – with some huge deals already in the pipeline. Chelsea are closing in on an incredible deal for Liam Delap and reports