While Liam Delap has been making headlines for his on-field success at Chelsea, things behind the scenes haven’t been quite as smooth.
The young striker, fresh from lifting the Club World Cup with the Blues, is now officially single—his girlfriend, Leanna Paul, has confirmed their breakup.
New Club, New Chapter—But Not in His Love Life
Delap joined Chelsea after a standout season with Ipswich Town, where he helped the newly-promoted side make a strong impression in the Premier League.
His move to Stamford Bridge was a big step forward, and he made an instant impact—playing a key role in Chelsea’s unexpected Club World Cup triumph over Paris Saint-Germain.
But while Delap was chasing glory abroad, it seems his relationship was quietly falling apart back home.
Leanna Paul Confirms the Split on Instagram
Rumors about a breakup had been swirling since Delap’s transfer to Chelsea, especially after a cryptic post from Leanna during the Club World Cup caught attention.
The 25-year-old model and influencer finally confirmed the news during a casual Q&A with her Instagram followers.
When asked if she was single, she replied:
“Don’t usually like talking about my personal life on here, I like to keep that private.
But since I keep getting asked… yes I am single.”
A Telling Quote Hinted at Trouble
Leanna’s earlier Instagram post had already hinted that things were rocky between the two.
She wrote, “You can’t keep someone loyal by loving them harder,” sparking speculation about what might have gone wrong.
The couple had been together for over a year, but Delap’s move—and likely the busy schedule that came with it—seems to have signaled the end of their relationship.
Delap Keeps His Focus on Football
Despite the personal drama, Delap hasn’t let anything affect his football.
He scored his first goal for Chelsea during their 3-0 victory over Esperance Tunis in the Club World Cup and played six matches throughout the tournament, even contributing an assist.
Now, he’s preparing to compete for the starting striker spot alongside Joao Pedro and Nicolas Jackson as Chelsea gears up for the new season.
What’s Next for Delap and Chelsea?
With Chelsea’s Premier League campaign kicking off at home against Crystal Palace on August 17, Delap has a huge opportunity ahead.
As for his personal life, it looks like he’s turning the page—just like he did in his career.
And with silverware already under his belt and a clean slate off the field, all eyes will be on how far the 22-year-old can go this season.
