Merson: Chelsea need experience, not more young stars

Paul Merson argues Chelsea must sign veterans like Henderson and Welbeck to balance their youthful squad.

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What happened. Paul Merson writes that Chelsea should sign Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck for experience, while noting Welbeck needs regular playing time to be effective.

• Chelsea's previous strategy of long-term contracts for young players hasn't worked.
• Welbeck played 30+ games each of the last two seasons at Brighton.
• Henderson could be a closer, coming off the bench to see out games.

“I've always screamed out that Chelsea need experience. And those two players are experience.”

— Paul Merson

Merson's column also touches on Arsenal's interest in Vinicius Jr and Rodri's potential move to Real Madrid.

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