Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionFootball.LondonUnverified source· 27 Jul 2026
Chelsea target Welbeck as Alonso reshapes attack
Brighton's veteran striker could be the first over-30 signing for Chelsea in three years.
D. Welbeck
player
Player
Danny Welbeck
Position
Striker
Current club
Brighton
Linked club
Chelsea
Contract status
Final year
What happened. Chelsea have opened talks with Brighton over signing Danny Welbeck, who has entered the final year of his contract.
- Negotiations are moving in the right direction.
- Personal terms are being discussed and not expected to be an issue.
- Welbeck would be Chelsea's first over-30 signing since summer 2022.
Alonso's appointment signals a shift in Chelsea's transfer model, targeting experience.
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