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Liam Delap joins Nottingham Forest in £45m deal

Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Chelsea striker Liam Delap in a club-record £45m deal. The 23-year-old has agreed to a five-year contract at the club.

Liam Delap has become Nottingham Forest's record signing with a £45m move from Chelsea. The 23-year-old striker, who was frozen out at Stamford Bridge, has committed to a five-year contract at the City Ground.

Delap, who scored two goals after joining Chelsea for £30m, expressed his excitement about the move. "I really can't wait to get started," he said. "This is a massive club with a big history. 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." tbzikra.org