[…] Last season, he netted 13 times in 37 games in the Premier League and looked to be in contention for a possible England recall for the World Cup. While not selected by Thomas Tuchel during his tenure at Chelsea, it is testament to the ever-present Welbeck's enduring form and fitness that he was considered.
Chelsea currently have five strikers in their first team squad, including Welbeck’s former Brighton teammate Joao Pedro, reigning player of the season who is deemed 'untouchable' by the club. Other players like Emmanuel Emegha, Liam Delap, and Marc Guiu are still under contract or potentially facing potential transfers based on the new striker's arrival at Chelsea.
