Gelbison Cilento Overview

A worrying medical record: Alonso inherits a crisis worth 62 million euros

A promising signing that did not achieve its goals

Transfer grades for the biggest deals of the window so far

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.

Leeds United v Brighton & Hove Albion - Premier League

Here we go: Danny Welbeck (35) moves to English top club

The deal is done: Chelsea complete agreement with former United star

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Welbeck set for medical ahead of shock Chelsea move

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.