Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of striker Liam Delap from Chelsea.

The 23-year-old has put pen to paper on a five-year contract at the City Ground, bringing his one-season spell with Chelsea to an end.

Delap will wear the number 19 shirt for Forest during the 2026/27 campaign.

The forward is excited about the new chapter in his career and is looking forward to making an impact for the club.

Delap will now link up with his new teammates as Forest continue preparations for the season ahead.

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“I spoke to the manager and I like his way, I think he can be the one to really help me develop and make that next step and hopefully I can bring goals here,” he told the club’s official website.

“I can’t wait to hear the noise at the City Ground and have the fans on my side because I know how loud and important they are.

“As a team we can build something really strong and the main aim is to challenge and be a top club in the Premier League.”

George Syrianos, Chief Football Officer, added: “Liam is a top talent and someone we have been monitoring for some time, and we are delighted he is joining us.

“He is a young player but already has plenty of experience at different levels of the game, and he has come here hungry to develop further and play a part in helping the club achieve its ambitions.

“He understands the demands of this division and wants to make an immediate impact, so we are all looking forward to seeing him in a Forest shirt.”

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