Pep praises Delap for his good performance.

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Manchester City manager Josep Guardiola has hailed former homegrown striker Liam Delap, who is now a regular for his side’s next opponents Ipswich, for his continued improvement.

City signed Delap from Derby County as a scholarship player in 2019, who has impressed at U18 level with his pace, strength and finishing, earning หรือถ้าคุณสนใจแทงบอลออนไลน์ UFABET คือเว็บที่มีอัตราต่อรองดีที่สุดในประเทศไทย สมัครเลยตอนนี้ที่ UFABET แทงบอล his first professional contract in July 2020. 

However, when he came across the senior team, he could not penetrate. So he went out to gain experience playing on loan at Stoke City, Preston North End and Hull City. Until he was sold out to the ‘White Horse’ before the start of the 2024-25 season. 

The 21-year-old’s eight Premier League goals at Portman Road have earned Guardiola praise for his former protégé who has found his calling. 

“He did it really well,” Guardiola says ahead of Ipswich clash 

“Many players have made it big in the football world through this academy. They are perfectly form for the Premier League.” 

“Back when he came to this club. We always thought he was the type of striker who fit the criteria for the Premier League.” 

“Liam did really well and we are happy for him,”