Chelsea open talks to sign Brighton striker Danny Welbeck

Published Jul 27, 03:58 PM UTC

Chelsea have initiated transfer talks with Brighton to sign veteran striker Danny Welbeck, who is keen on a move to Stamford Bridge. The article reveals that former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag had pushed to re-sign Welbeck in 2024 as a replacement for Anthony Martial, but United blocked the move, opting instead to sign younger players like Benjamin Sesko. Welbeck, now 35, scored a career-best 13 Premier League goals last season and was considered for a World Cup call-up. United legend Gary Neville criticized the club's decision to sell Welbeck in 2014, stating he should have been retained. Current United manager Michael Carrick has not pursued an experienced striker this summer.