Nottingham Forest have secured the signing of striker Liam Delap in a club-record transfer valued at £45 million. The 23-year-old forward has agreed to a five-year contract with the City Ground outfit, marking his third club in as many seasons.

Delap’s move comes after he was informed by Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso that he did not feature in the club’s future plans. The transfer has been a priority for Nottingham Forest’s new manager, Oliver Glasner, who sought to bolster the team’s attacking options during the recent transfer window.

Reflecting on his arrival, Delap expressed eagerness to begin his tenure at Forest. “I really can’t wait to get started, this is a massive club with a big history,” he said. “Hopefully I can bring goals here.”

The striker’s record transfer underscores Nottingham Forest’s ambition as they look to build a competitive squad under Glasner’s leadership. Delap’s experience across several clubs at a young age positions him as a pivotal figure in the club’s offensive line moving forward.