Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville both believe that Liam Delap shouldn’t be signed by Manchester United.
Following his stellar performances for Ipswich Town this summer, the 22-year-old striker has been linked to a move to Old Trafford.
Delap will only cost £30 million because of a relegation release clause in his contract. He would have been worth £40 million if the Tractor Boys had not been demoted from the English Premier League, with Manchester City setting aside a “buy-back” clause at that amount.
Although many people consider Delap to be a good deal, Neville and Carragher don’t think United should sign him.
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According to Manchester Evening News, Neville gave an explanation of why he would prefer to see Matheus Cunha as against Delap at Old Trafford when asked about United’s pursuit of a new forward.
The former Reds defender said: “I think he’s a good player. Cunha yes. To see someone with that sort of running ability, legs, suits Old Trafford.
“Delap has got a level of potential and ability. My fear is the expectation on him coming, on another young player, to lead that line for Manchester United, we’ve already seen Zirkzee and Hojlund this season struggle. That one needs to be with a little bit of…”
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