India, Aug. 27 -- Nottingham Forest have made a big statement of intent ahead of their weekend clash against Liverpool, securing the signature of 23-year-old striker Liam Delap from Chelsea. The transfer, confirmed on Thursday, sees the forward commit to a five-year contract at the City Ground. This blockbuster move will aim to fulfil Forest's ambition to climb the Premier League table under manager Oliver Glasner after a challenging 16th-place finish last season.

Nottingham Forest pay a club-record fee for Liam Delap

To secure Delap's services, Nottingham Forest had to break the bank. The club has reportedly agreed to a £45 million ($61.08 million) guaranteed fee, with an additional £5 million tied up in performance-related a...