“I expect Liam” – Liam Rosenior sends message to Delap amid brilliant Joao Pedro form | OneFootball

Liam Rosenior has revealed Liam Delap will have opportunities to play in big games, and is confident he’ll make the most of them.

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Delap has struggled following his £30m move from Ipswich last summer, and has scored two goals in 27 appearances in all competitions.

The England under-21 international has had some injury problems, but when he’s been on the pitch he simply hasn’t performed to the level required.

Liam Rosenior confirms Liam Delap will get opportunities in big games

With Joao Pedro on fire following the arrival of Rosenior, Delap has seen his opportunities limited and hasn’t started since the win against Hull in the FA Cup last month.

Jamie Carragher believes the move from Ipswich was too big a step for Delap, but with Chelsea facing Wrexham on Saturday in the FA Cup fifth round an opportunity could present itself.

Jason Cundy feels a loan could be a good option for Delap, but his main focus will be on finishing the season strongly, and Rosenior has confirmed he will get opportunities in big games.

“Liam’s last game he got three assists. He was in a good place. You need a group. You need a group,” he told his pre match press conference.

“Joao is on fire. But that’s nothing on Liam. That’s Joao’s performances. That’s the level that we need to have.

“I expect Liam, when he does get his opportunity to take it, to show his qualities. You’re not comparing players, you’re respecting them for their each individual strength.

“Liam will have his opportunities to play in big games. It’s up to him to take it and I’m confident that he will.”

Joao Pedro looking to emulate Diego Costa

Whilst Delap has struggled this season, Pedro has been one of the signings of the season, and scored his first Chelsea hat-trick against Aston Villa.

The Brazilian has now scored 14 league goals this season, and eight in eight league games since Rosenior took over.

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