In the last few days of the summer transfer window, Manchester United attempted to bolster their offense with extra firepower. Over the summer, United considered a number of strikers before acquiring Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig for an estimated €85 million.
The Peoples Person reported early today that United, having lost out on Liam Delap to Chelsea, contemplated making an approach for Danny Welbeck, a striker for Brighton & Hove Albion.
The Englishman, who left Old Trafford for Arsenal after 16 years, is respected at United for his technical skill and expertise. With 10 goals in the Premier League the previous season, he was Brighton’s joint-leading scorer.
On Deadline Day, Welbeck reportedly agreed to personal terms with United, according to FootballTransfers. Unfortunately, Brighton didn’t have time to locate a successor, thus the agreement fell through.
An agreement with the 34-year-old forward has reportedly already been finalized “ahead of a possible January deal,” meaning that a “deal could take place” during the January transfer window.
Man United agrees to January deal with Brighton star
The Seagulls are prepared to sell since their talisman’s contract expires next summer, and the former United player is apparently open to completing a sensational return to Old Trafford.
Since Welbeck is seen to be a cheap center forward option, it is believed that Jason Wilcox, United’s director of football, is the driving force behind the pursuit. Despite his enormous skill, Sesko still lacks a lot of experience. Therefore, adding a striker to split the goal-scoring duties would benefit the Slovenian’s growth.
According to reports, Welbeck’s name was initially brought up when United and Brighton were discussing a potential trade for midfielder Carlos Baleba.
The Athletic claims that after speaking with Andre Onana, Bryan Mbeumo, and Leny Yoro, United reached a personal agreement with Baleba, who was eager to join the Red Devils. Amorim lobbied for Baleba’s signing internally because he wanted to bolster his team. But the club’s leadership was unable to justify the price.
