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

Delap’s success will depend on how much he plays and how well he takes the chances that come his way, assuming, of course, that he gets them. Chelsea created 120 big chances last season, second only to Liverpool, which suggests that he will likely have more opportunities than he did last year.

Chelsea have signed striker Liam Delap from Ipswich Town after activating his £30million release clause. The 22-year-old has agreed to a six-year contract, having decided on a move to Stamford Bridge over several other interested clubs.