The stats back up Liam Delap’s decision to take the alleged cursed number nine shirt at the club after joining this summer.This news comes after Chelsea finally confirmed the arrival of striker

Chelsea have also confirmed an intriguing switch for Cole Palmer, who has cut his number in half, from No.20 to No.10. As with Delap, it’s a fitting assignment for our most creative player and who orchestrates our attack. Palmer was England U21’s No.10 as well.

Liam Delap has been confirmed as a Chelsea player after the club agreeed to pay £30 million ($40.6 million) for his services. The 22-year-old, schooled by Manchester City, was a bright spark for relegated Ipswich Town in 2024–25, scoring 12 goals in his debut Premier League season.