Softfootball can confirm Chelsea have expressed interest in signing Brighton & Hove Albion striker Danny Welbeck, with positive initial talks already taking place between the two clubs.
The 35-year-old enters the final year of his contract at the Amex Stadium, and Brighton are understood to be open to his departure provided they receive a fair transfer fee.
Welbeck enjoyed his most productive Premier League campaign last season, scoring 13 goals, having also netted 10 times the previous year to underline his consistency and experience at the highest level.
Chelsea view the former England international as an experienced attacking option, with his potential arrival fitting the club’s recent strategy of adding physically strong players with proven Premier League pedigree.
The Blues have already completed the club-record signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in a £117 million deal and are also closing in on Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix as Xabi Alonso continues reshaping his squad ahead of the new season.
Negotiations remain at an early stage, but Chelsea’s interest in Welbeck is genuine as they explore experienced options to strengthen their attack.
