Chelsea Signing Defends Decision: “I Was Right to Snub Tottenham” — Big‑Name Talent Chooses Stamford Bridge
LONDON, Dec 24, 2025 — In the midst of a heated Premier League season and transfer debate, Chelsea striker Liam Delap has indirectly defended his decision to join Chelsea over interest from Tottenham Hotspur, insisting that the move to Stamford Bridge was the best choice for his career — and that the two London clubs are simply not on the same level right now.
Delap, 22, completed his switch to Chelsea from Ipswich Town in June 2025 on a long‑term six‑year deal and has since become a key player in the Blues’ attack after scoring important goals in both domestic and European competitions. �
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Speaking to reporters this week, Delap highlighted the clear differences between Chelsea and Tottenham’s current ambitions and environments:
“Chelsea’s project here matches exactly where I want to be. You can’t really compare Chelsea and Tottenham — it’s a completely different situation. I’m confident I made the right choice for my development and future.”
Although Delap didn’t mention Tottenham directly by name when addressing his decision, he made clear that joining Chelsea — a club with a rich history in European football and a strong squad competing on several fronts — felt like the right step at this stage of his career.
Tottenham have struggled this season, with reports of internal tension and underwhelming results in the Premier League, while Chelsea have shown greater consistency and ambition in key competitions.
The north London side has also seen scenes of locker‑room distraction, with defenders Micky van de Ven and Djed Spence recently apologising to manager Thomas Frank after appearing to snub him following a defeat to Chelsea — a moment that sparked discussion about the club’s morale and focus. �
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Delap’s comments come as Chelsea continue to build a competitive squad under manager Enzo Maresca, attracting players who see Stamford Bridge not just as a destination, but as the platform for achieving major honours in English and European football.
Whether Tottenham will be able to close the gap in the transfer market and on the pitch remains to be seen — but for now, Delap’s decision to commit to Chelsea seems justified in his own view.