Delap joins Nottingham Forest in £45m deal

Liam Delap has become Nottingham Forest's record signing in a £45m deal from Chelsea. The 23-year-old striker, who scored two goals after joining Chelsea for £30m, was told he was not part of Xabi Alonso's plans at the Blues. rocore.sbs

Delap, who is joining his third club in three seasons, expressed excitement about the move, saying: "I really can't wait to get started. This is a massive club with a big history." Forest manager Oliver Glasner made him a priority during the transfer window.