Chelsea in talks to sign Brighton striker Welbeck

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Welbeck has previously played for Manchester United, Sunderland, Arsenal and Watford in the Premier League By Nizaar Kinsella Football reporter Published 5 minutes ago Chelsea are in advanced talks to sign Brighton striker Danny Welbeck. The 35-year-old is keen on moving to Stamford Bridge to join new manager Xabi Alonso. The Blues are looking for experience because of an acceptance that their model of signing young players needs a "tweak" - according to influential owner Behdad Eghbali in April - and Welbeck could be a good fit. He scored a career-high 13 league goals in 37 games for Brighton last season, taking his tally to 51 goals in 201 matches since joining from Watford in 2020. Brighton have declined to comment. Welbeck signed a 12-month contract extension in March, with his current deal running until the end of the 2026-27 season. Related topics Football Premier League Chelsea Brighton & Hove Albion Football Transfers More on this story Welbeck 'like a fine wine' - Krul Published 23 March Rogers and Palmer can play together - Alonso Published 7 hours ago Latest Chelsea news, analysis and fan views Ask about Chelsea - what do you want to know?