England Under-21s boss Lee Carsley insists he is not disappointed in Liam Delap’s decision to go to the Club World Cup with Chelsea rather than the European Under-21 Championship.

Delap made the switch to Stamford Bridge from Ipswich this week and is set to travel with the Chelsea squad to the United States for the club tournament which starts on June 14, three days after the Euros get underway.

Delap’s absence from the Young Lions squad means they miss an integral part of their forward line which could be pivotal to their success this month.

Carsley instead spoke of his delight for Delap moving up in his career to a “prestigious” club.

Speaking at a press conference at St George’s Park, he said: “I’m definitely not disappointed. I’m delighted for Liam and his family.

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