Delap's £30 million release clause has sparked interest from top clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea, Newcastle United, and Everton. Chelsea's manager, Enzo Maresca, has a connection with Delap from their time together at Manchester City, which might persuade Delap to join the team in London. Newcastle United is looking for a striker to partner Alexander Isak, whose departure is reportedly imminent.

Manchester United, despite missing out on Champions League qualification, wants to rebuild their team this summer. They're considering bringing in Delap to replace one of their struggling strikers, Joshua Zirkzee or Rasmus Hojlund. Everton, on the other hand, could offer Delap regular playing time, which might appeal to him ahead of the 2026 World Cup.