Former Chelsea midfielder Mikel John Obi says he expects Nicolas Jackson to start next season as the first-choice striker after revealing supporters wanted Victor Osimhen signed instead of Liam Delap.

Manchester United have already taken an early hit in the summer transfer window, missing out on top striker target Liam Delap. United’s intentions heading into the window were clear, with INEOS keen to bring in a new forward.

New Chelsea striker Liam Delap has responded on Instagram after making his Chelsea debut and having a solid first appearance in blue. Chelsea beat Los Angeles FC 2-0 in their Club World Cup opening group game last night in what was a very strange and subdued atmosphere in front of just 22,000 people in a huge stadium.

Chelsea secured a 2-0 victorhy over LAFC in their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 fixture on 17 June, courtesy of goals from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez

New Chelsea star Liam Delap has addressed the competition for the striker position after an impressive debut for the Blues against LAFC at the Club World Cup.

The Athletic has live coverage of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Chelsea have confirmed their squad for the Club World Cup with Andrey Santos and Liam Delap included but no place for Djordje Petrovic.

John Obi Mikel backs Liam Delap to be a success at Stamford Bridge, but claims Chelsea fans wanted Victor Osimhen. Chelsea tried to sign Osimhen last summer, however, this time around, the Blues didn’t show much interest and instead signed Delap.

Liam Delap’s decision to choose Chelsea over Manchester United is starting to come into focus and manager Enzo Maresca has now explained exactly what convinced the young forward to make the move. Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo both ended up at Old Trafford this summer,