Danny Welbeck
CHE
Center Forward
Playmaking Forward
Nov 26, 1990 (35)
Right
6'1"
161 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Set to be involved for opener
Welbeck should be fit to feature in Monday's season opener against Fulham, according to coach Xabi Alonso. "Danny can be involved, he just needed a couple of days not training that much because of a little thing. We expect him to be back training on Saturday. We need to go day by day, but that is the plan at the moment."
Analysis: Welbeck's issue was described as minor, and his planned return to training Saturday leaves him on track to be considered for selection at Craven Cottage. He's expected to serve as a backup option to Joao Pedro up front, giving manager Xabi Alonso another attacking option as Chelsea begin the new Premier League campaign with a short trip across London.
Delivers one assist in loss
Welbeck assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Newcastle United.
Analysis: Welbeck played a decisive creative role in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Newcastle United, providing the assist for Jack Hinshelwood's goal in the second half with a sharp combination in the area that opened up the Newcastle defense and kept Brighton's hopes of a comeback alive. The English forward remained a persistent physical presence throughout his time on the pitch, attempting two shots and adding one key pass. Welbeck has now contributed 13 goals and one assist across 34 Premier League appearances this season, continuing to perform at a high level despite turning 36 in November and establishing himself as one of the most experienced attacking contributors in his side's squad.
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