Nottingham Forest are currently negotiating with Chelsea to sign striker Liam Delap. The two clubs have reached an agreement on a record fee. The player is working through personal terms at present.
The proposed deal is close to completion. Chelsea are further hoping to sell additional squad members from their squad during this window.
Football fans have shared mixed views on the transfer. While some welcome the deal, others remain sceptical.
The BBC, The Guardian, and The New York Times published reports on 25 August 2026. The London Evening Standard and Yorkshire Evening Post further highlighted the update.