Kieran McKenna's side confirmed its fourth first-team arrival with Delap joining on a five-year deal after Jacob Greaves's move from Hull City was announced 24 hours earlier.

Delap and Greaves played together for the Tigers in the EFL Championship last season, with the striker scoring eight goals in 32 appearances.

Ipswich has reportedly paid an initial £15 million ($28.7 million) fee for the 21-year-old with a further potential for £5 million ($9.6 million) in add-ons, as well as City holding a 20 per cent sell-on clause on any future transfer.

"We are delighted to bring Liam to the club," McKenna said.

"We think he is a player with the qualities to help the team this season but also to be an important player for the club for many years to come.

"He is a player with outstanding physical and technical attributes who has a hunger to come here and continue to learn and improve.

"He has gained good first-team experience from a young age and we feel he has the potential for development here."

Delap had previously endured less successful Championship loan spells with Stoke City and Preston North End, but found form under Liam Rosenior with Hull in the 2023-2024 campaign.

His season was hampered by a cruel knee injury in January before returning to the squad as Hull narrowly missed out on the play-off positions.

Southampton was also said to be interested in the five-cap England Under-21 international, although Delap opted to follow Greaves to Ipswich, which has also brought in Omari Hutchinson and Ben Johnson already.

"I have heard so many good things about the feeling around the club, and how the players and staff work. That's exactly why I'm excited to be here," Delap said.

"The manager here likes to play exciting football. It's quick and intense and I am looking forward to that. I want to bring goals and assists and I'll work as hard as I can to help the team."