Chelsea agree double deal for Welbeck and Henderson

Chelsea are set to sign Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson as their new recruitment strategy takes shape.

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What happened. Chelsea have agreed a deal for Danny Welbeck from Brighton, with a medical booked, and are also closing in on Jordan Henderson from Brentford.

• Welbeck, 35, has permission for a medical.
• Henderson, 36, has a gentlemen's agreement to leave Brentford.
• Chelsea target 'ready-made' players this summer.

The double move signals Chelsea's shift towards experienced signings.

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