Rafael Leao deal, Liam Delap signs - Chelsea can unleash dream attack with £93m transfer plan

Chelsea will be just one signing away from building the perfect frontline once they wrap up a deal for Liam Delap. The Ipswich Town striker appears to be closing in on a move to Stamford Bridge as in the summer transfer window.

, whose deal at Portman Road expires in June 2029, featured 37 times in the Premier League this season, scoring 12 goals and providing two assists. Despite his efforts, .

The 22-year-old's impressive performances haven't gone unnoticed, with lots of top clubs said to be interested in securing his signature. In fact, football.london understands that , and he's given Chelsea the 'green light'.

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Fortunately for the Blues, due to a release clause in his contract, the England Under-21 international will be available for just £30m this summer. Should Chelsea activate it, , with Delap keen to reunite with Maresca.

The duo worked closely during their time together at the Manchester City academy a few years ago, with the likes of and also there. football.london understands that and potential.

Chelsea look set to wrap up a deal, but there's still lots business to be done this summer. So, with that being said, football.london has looked at what Maresca's frontline could look like next season.

Delap leads the Chelsea frontline

Delap could give Chelsea the cutting edge they need to finally compete on all fronts. The 22-year-old is a willing runner, a strong ball-carrier and his strike packs a punch. For just £30m, you can't go wrong.

Madueke keeps his place on the right

Noni Madueke should keep his place on the right. The 23-year-old winger may not have scored as many goals as he would have hoped this season, but he's shown flashes of brilliance and made great progress under Maresca.

He'll will be under pressure to take his game to the next level next term, with Estevao Willian arriving from Palmeiras. During his time in Brazil, the 18-year-old trickster has proved he's more than capable of forcing himself into the starting lineup.

Palmer given the license to roam

Cole Palmer also keeps his place in the starting lineup. Under Maresca, the 23-year-old has made great progress towards becoming the all-encompassing attacking midfielder, picking up the ball in the left AND right half-spaces.

During the UEFA Conference League final, Palmer enjoyed operating on the right. Whether the England international was cutting inside or beating his marker to the byline, he showed how effective he can be with a license to roam.

Leao finally solves Chelsea puzzle

To complete Maresca's new-look frontline, Leao features on the left. The 25-year-old forward faces an uncertain future at the San Siro after AC Milan failed to qualify for either of UEFA's three competitions.

Chelsea are spoiled for choice on the right-hand side, but they've struggled to find a reliable left winger. Leao, who currently value at £63m, could be what the Blues have missed this term: an outlet who's just as dangerous running in-behind as they are when facing up the opposition full-back.