Rory John Delap is an English-born Irish footballer who currently plays for Stoke City. Previously, he was signed for Sunderland by ex manager Mick McCarthy on a free transfer, before becoming a marginal figure in new manager Roy Keane's squad. Prior to playing for Sunderland, Delap was Southampton's most expensive transfer, moving to the club for £4m from Derby County. He began his career at Carlisle United before joining Derby for £200,000. Wikipedia
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