Former Arsenal player Emmanuel Petit has cautioned incoming Chelsea striker Liam Delap to prepare for the significant pressure associated with wearing the number nine shirt. The 22-year-old is reportedly close to making a notable transfer to Chelsea, with indications that he is keen to play alongside Enzo Fernandez. Petit commended Delap’s talent and scoring ability displayed at Ipswich, but warned him that the Chelsea number 9 jersey has been a burden for many players in the past. Delap possesses a high standard of quality. “I believe he has performed exceptionally well at Ipswich, but transitioning to Chelsea is a significant leap,” Petit mentioned to PokerStrategy. “He has a promising future ahead, and I hold him in high regard, but moving from Ipswich to Chelsea brings immense expectations and pressure. The number nine role at Chelsea has proven to be a daunting challenge for numerous players.” Chelsea requires a forward capable of netting 25 goals each season. Will Delap provide that for you? “I’m a bit uncertain.”
