Ipswich Town Eyeing £20m Striker With Better Scoring Record Than Delap

Ipswich Town are reportedly interested in signing Middlesbrough striker Emmanuel Latte Lath, who is currently outscoring Liam Delap this season. The Championship club are said to value Lath at around £20 million.

According to Italian media reports, Ipswich have already made contact about potentially signing the 25-year-old forward. West Ham United are also believed to be interested in Lath.

Lath has been in impressive form over the past two seasons:

– 2023/24: 8 goals, 2 assists in 22 appearances
– 2022/23: 18 goals, 1 assist in 36 appearances

This gives him a better goals-per-game ratio than Ipswich loanee Liam Delap so far this season. While Delap remains a key player, Lath could provide quality competition and depth up front.

Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna is looking to strengthen his squad as the club battles to avoid relegation from the Premier League. Adding a proven goalscorer like Lath could significantly boost their survival hopes.

While the reported £20m price tag is substantial, Lath’s consistent scoring record suggests he could be worth the investment for Ipswich as they aim to establish themselves in the top flight.