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Jordan Henderson's move to Chelsea confirmed: England midfielder, 36, joins Blues after ripping up Brentford contract

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Danny Welbeck ‘immensely proud’ to join Chelsea after long spell with Brighton: The 35-year-old has been capped 42 times by England.

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Danny Welbeck ‘immensely proud’ to join Chelsea after long spell with Brighton: The 35-year-old has been capped 42 times by England.

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Chelsea confirm signing of Danny Welbeck as 35-year-old former England striker joins on two-year deal

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Chelsea agree two-year deal to sign Danny Welbeck from Brighton with striker, 35, set to join pre-season tour

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Chelsea finalising Danny Welbeck signing from Brighton: Chelsea and Welbeck have an agreement in principle on a two-year contract.

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Jordan Henderson's move to Chelsea edges closer as Brentford give him permission to TERMINATE his contract

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Jul 27

Chelsea in talks to sign veteran striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton: The 35-year-old has emerged as a surprised candidate to bolster the Blues’ forward line.

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Chelsea close in on signing of Danny Welbeck - as Xabi Alonso prepares to allow up to three strikers to leave the club this summer

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Chelsea in talks to sign veteran striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton: The 35-year-old has emerged as a surprised candidate to bolster the Blues’ forward line.

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Jul 28

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Danny Welbeck to undergo Chelsea medical as he finalises surprise transfer from Brighton

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Danny Welbeck transfer news: Chelsea hold positives talks with Brighton over signing of striker

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Chelsea lead race to sign Jordan Henderson in shock free transfer as two more clubs battling for England star

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