Former England striker Welbeck joins Chelsea from Brighton
Former England striker Danny Welbeck has signed a two-year contract with Chelsea, joining the club from Brighton. The 35-year-old will join the team for their pre-season tour in Hong Kong under head coach Xabi Alonso.
Why it matters
This transfer represents a significant roster change for Chelsea as they look to bolster their squad for the upcoming Premier League season.
Chelsea continued its off-season recruitment drive by signing former England international Danny Welbeck from Premier League rival Brighton on Saturday (August 1, 2026).
The 35-year-old striker, who has been capped 42 times by his country, will head straight for Hong Kong to join up with head coach Xabi Alonso and his new team-mates on their pre-season tour.
“When you hear of the interest from Chelsea, it’s something that fills you with such immense pride." Welbeck said after signing a two-year deal. “Knowing the history of Chelsea, it’s a club that wants to win trophies and is pushing to do that every single season.
“I’m really honoured to come to a club of this stature at what feels like a really exciting time. I’ve got that fire in my belly and I’m ready to give it everything for this club to make everyone at Chelsea, and the supporters, proud.”
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