The release clause in Liam Delap’s contract will become active after Ipswich Town were relegated from the Premier League.Ipswich’s relegation was confirmed after a 3-0 defeat at Newcastle United

While Chelsea’s problems are significant, Manchester United’s are even more alarming. Only “38 times in the Premier League this season” have United found the back of the net. Current striker Rasmus Hojlund’s meagre return of three goals symbolises the Red Devils’ struggles.

Newcastle are interested in activating the £30m release clause in the contract of Ipswich and England Under-21 striker Liam Delap, 22, which will become active if the Tractor Boys are relegated from the Premier League.