“United Missed a Trick with Delap” – Strachan Bemoans Red Devils’ Miss as Chelsea Close in on Rising Star
Former Manchester United star Gordon Strachan has voiced strong opinions over his old club’s latest transfer activity, stating that Liam Delap, not just Cunha, should be heading to Old Trafford.
Speaking after United officially completed the signing of Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolves, Strachan told Esports Insider that the Red Devils may have overlooked a rare gem in Delap, who is now reportedly set to join Chelsea from Ipswich Town.
🔥 Delap: The Striker United Didn’t Know They Needed?
Strachan praised the 21-year-old for his raw talent, physical presence, and fearlessness, calling him a nightmare for defenders.
“Delap is young, hungry, has no baggage coming from Ipswich, is a great finisher, and defenders don’t like coming up against him.”
According to him, pairing Delap with Cunha would have given Manchester United a fresh, unpredictable strike partnership — the kind of forward line that could reignite the club's attacking threat.
“Cunha and Delap would have been a nice, fresh combo.”
🧠 Opinion: Is United Still Lacking Forward Vision?
There’s a certain sting in Strachan’s comments — a reminder of United’s recurring struggle to build a long-term forward identity. While Cunha offers pace and creativity, Delap represents grit, instinct, and an old-school striker mentality.
With Chelsea swooping in, it raises the question: Did United act too slowly? Or worse, did they fail to spot a rising star because he wasn’t yet wearing a glamorous badge?
In the current era of football, where value and hunger can outperform name and price, Delap might just turn out to be one of the most strategic signings of the summer — and unfortunately for United, not theirs.
⚽ Final Thought
As Chelsea prepares to welcome Delap and United pins its hopes on Cunha, the Premier League awaits to see which club made the smarter investment.
One thing’s certain — Strachan won’t be the only one watching Delap with a hint of regret.
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