Townsend Urges Delap to Leave Chelsea for Everton

Andy Townsend, a former Chelsea midfielder, has expressed that striker Liam Delap should leave Chelsea for Everton. Townsend commented that Delap appears awkward and does not fit into Chelsea's setup.

He urged Chelsea's new manager, Xabi Alonso, to consider Delap's future, as he has not made a significant impact at the club. Townsend compared Delap's situation to that of other strikers who have struggled at Chelsea, suggesting that sometimes players do not find their rhythm at larger clubs.

He noted that Delap should seek a move to a club where he can be the main player and have regular playing time, emphasizing that Everton is in desperate need of a striker. Townsend remarked that Delap's performances have not been impressive enough for a top Premier League team and that he risks becoming a bench player at Chelsea, which could hinder his development.