Brighton weigh up Danny Welbeck exit amid Chelsea talks

Brighton are urged to back a 10-year £1.5bn Premier League-EFL deal, with funding to aid lower-league clubs, cut parachute payments and support Albion's loan and talent pathway.
Opinion says Brighton should only sanction Danny Welbeck's exit to Chelsea if Liam Delap moves the other way.
Chelsea are weighing up a move for Brighton's Danny Welbeck, whose 13 Premier League goals in 2025-26 were a career best, as they look to add experience and improve their finishing.
Chelsea's interest in Danny Welbeck would continue Brighton's well-trodden path to Stamford Bridge, with previous deals including Caicedo, Cucurella and João Pedro. Livescore
Chelsea are in talks to sign Danny Welbeck after his 13-goal season. Brighton are willing to sell the 35-year-old for the right price despite his deal running until 2026-27.
Brighton are closely monitoring Boca midfielder Tomás Aranda, 20, but Boca and Juan Román Riquelme are determined to keep him despite a €17m release clause.
Danny Welbeck talks could trigger Chelsea exits, with Delap, Jackson and Guiu the trio most likely to leave. João Pedro is viewed as untouchable.
A mid-window overview of Brighton's summer business, covering Albion signings and departures.