“Ipswich Town Will Regret Letting Him Go” Buffon Blasts Costly Summer SaleIpswich Town’s summer transfer business has come under sharp criticism

“Ipswich Town Will Regret Letting Him Go” Buffon Blasts Costly Summer Sale
Ipswich Town’s summer transfer business has come under sharp criticism from football icon Gianluigi Buffon, who believes the club made a major mistake by selling one of their most promising talents.
The former Juventus and Italy goalkeeper did not mince his words as he reflected on Ipswich’s decision to part ways with striker Liam Delap, who completed a high-profile move to Chelsea as part of a summer clear-out that saw several players leave Portman Road.

“He’s great beyond my imagination,” Buffon said. “Ipswich Town will regret letting him go. Players like this are rare.”
Delap was widely regarded as one of Ipswich’s standout performers, admired for his physical presence, movement, and eye for goal. His performances marked him out as a future star, with many believing he could have been central to the club’s long-term ambitions.
However, Ipswich opted to sell, cashing in during the summer window as they reshaped their squad. While the move to Chelsea represented a major step forward in Delap’s career, Buffon believes Ipswich failed to recognise just how special the striker could become.

“This is not a player you sell lightly,” Buffon added. “He is someone you build around. Letting him go was a costly error.”
Since completing his move, Delap’s development has continued to attract attention, reinforcing the sense that Ipswich may have acted too soon. Among supporters, the debate has intensified, with many questioning whether short-term financial gain outweighed long-term sporting success.
Ipswich Town sold several players last summer, but Buffon’s comments suggest Delap’s departure could prove the most damaging of all. As the striker continues to grow on a bigger stage, the pressure mounts on Ipswich’s decision-makers — and the regret Buffon predicts may yet become reality.