According to Mikel, Chelsea needed a player who could score goals and capitalize on scoring opportunities. He mentioned that Delap may not be the preferred choice of Chelsea fans, who had been hoping for another player to join the team.

Mikel pointed out that Victor Osimhen was a player many fans had been eager to see at Chelsea, but ultimately, the club decided to sign Delap instead. Despite his initial reservations, Mikel believes Delap has potential and can improve with time.

Mikel expressed his well-wishes for Delap, hoping he will succeed at Chelsea and prove the doubters wrong. He also praised Delap's ability to make runs behind defenders and finish chances, which he believes is crucial for a striker.