Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has expressed his delight following the arrival of Danny Welbeck at Stamford Bridge, describing the veteran striker as a mentor who has shaped his career in England. The Brazilian star believes the former Manchester United and Arsenal man will be a transformative presence for Xabi Alonso’s side both on the pitch and inside the dressing room.
For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.
Chelsea are closing in on one of the most unexpected signings of the summer window as Brighton striker Danny Welbeck prepares to undergo a medical at Stamford Bridge. New manager Xabi Alonso has identified the veteran forward as the ideal candidate to inject vital Premier League experience into a youthful squad that has struggled with consistency throughout the BlueCo era.
Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson could be about to give a whole new meaning to 'the Chelsea Pensioners'. In a staggering pivot away from the youth-driven transfer policy that has defined BlueCo's stewardship since their takeover in 2022, Chelsea are remarkably considering bringing in both the 35-year-old striker and 36-year-old midfielder this summer.
Chelsea have sensationally entered the market for Brighton veteran Danny Welbeck as they look to add proven experience to their attacking ranks. The former Manchester United and Arsenal forward has reportedly emerged as a key target for Xabi Alonso, who is eager to balance his youthful squad with seasoned Premier League leadership.
And there you have it - the 2025-26 Premier League season is over. Arsenal are the champions while West Ham have been relegated alongside Wolves and Burnley as Tottenham secured survival on the final day. While the football hasn't always been the most scintillating, it's been a campaign full of twists and turns at both ends of the table, making it difficult to predict any result given the increased parity among the teams in the English top-flight.
Thomas Tuchel has officially submitted his provisional 55-man England squad to FIFA ahead of the 2026 World Cup, offering several exiled stars a final chance to board the plane to North America. Despite missing out on recent friendly selections, big names are back in the frame as the Three Lions prepare for the biggest stage of all.
Brighton striker Danny Welbeck further established his Premier League legacy on Saturday by scoring twice in a 2-1 win for the Seagulls over Liverpool at the Amex Stadium. The former Manchester United man has now joined a unique club that also contains Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Gary McAllister as he continues to shine in the English top flight at the grand old age of 35.
Michael Owen has told GOAL of the key striker decision that Thomas Tuchel must make when piecing together his England squad for the 2026 World Cup. Harry Kane, as captain of his country, is a guaranteed selection if fit. Questions continue to be asked of who should join the Three Lions’ all-time leading scorer in a star-studded party heading to North America.
Danny Welbeck has joked that revealing the secrets behind his incredible longevity might attract the attention of "drug testers" after he returned to haunt Manchester United once again. The 35-year-old striker rolled back the years to score a stunner as Brighton dumped his former club out of the FA Cup, sparking fresh talk of a shock England World Cup recall.
Fans labelled Danny Welbeck as 'embarrassing' on social media after the former Arsenal and Manchester United forward's Panenka penalty hit the crossbar during Brighton's trip to West Ham on Tuesday. Welbeck failed to complete his brace in a span of three minutes in the first half as the Seagulls were held to a 2-2 draw at the London Stadium.
Danny Welbeck has been backed to mentor Benjamin Sesko as the forward is sensationally linked with a return to Manchester United. The striker might be approaching his 35th birthday, but he has been backed to retrace his steps to the Old Trafford dressing room, where he will find a struggling 22-year-old Slovenian desperate to find his feet in the English top-flight.
England boss Thomas Tuchel is reportedly considering a shock recall for Brighton striker Danny Welbeck ahead of November's internationals. The Three Lions face Serbia and Albania in two World Cup qualifiers this month, and having already qualified, the former Chelsea boss is weighing up a few surprise inclusions in his squad ahead of next summer's tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico.
Danny Welbeck has been backed for a sensational England recall by Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler in a message to Three Lions manager Thomas Tuchel. It’s been seven long years since the forward last pulled on an England shirt. However, now, against all odds, the veteran striker could be on the verge of an extraordinary comeback, and the Brighton manager certainly believes that the Englishman deserves a shot at international redemption.
Rio Ferdinand has launched a scathing attack on Manchester United for allowing homegrown striker Danny Welbeck to leave Old Trafford for Arsenal back in 2014, branding the decision “an absolute balls-up”. The former United captain, who shared the dressing room with Welbeck for several seasons, believes the club made a huge mistake by sanctioning the £16 million ($21m) transfer, a move he insists never should have been allowed to happen.
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