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Welbeck Joins Chelsea, Sangaré Completes Brentford Move

Published August 1, 2026 · Updated August 1, 2026 · The Guardian

Chelsea have signed veteran striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton for £5m, while Brentford have completed a record £39m deal for Mali international Sangaré.

The 35-year-old England international has agreed to a two-year contract at Stamford Bridge and will join Xabi Alonso's squad on their pre-season tour. Welbeck's move breaks Chelsea's policy of signing younger players with development potential, marking their first transfer fee payment for a player over 26 since signing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in 2022. amunra.help

Meanwhile, Brentford have completed what is reportedly a club-record £39m deal for Mali international Sangaré, strengthening their midfield options for the upcoming season.

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