Spain international Aymeric Laporte gave an interview six months into his time in Saudi Arabia complaining of the conditions, and it has been clear for much of his spell with Al-Nassr that he would

Chelsea, who will participate in the FIFA Club World Cup, cut its first tape in the summer transfer market. The 22-year-old rookie striker Liam Delap, who played for Ipswich Town, is in his arms. Chelsea announced on the 5th (Korea time) that it will recruit Delap.

Rio Ferdinand has described Liam Delap as a ‘wonderful young player’ but believes his decision to join Chelsea could be a blessing in disguise for Manchester United. United expressed interest in signing Delap from relegated Premier League side Ipswich Town, with Ruben Amorim keen to bolster his attacking options this summer.