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Brighton are plotting to open contract talks with striker Danny Welbeck before the new year,It is believed the 32-year-old could well be set for another extension if he stays fit and firing before now and the end of the festive schedule.The ex-Arsenal and Man United hitman is starting to see his minutes shared with young duo Evan Ferguson and Joao Pedro, but nonetheless remains central to Roberto De Zerbi’s plans.
The Italian manager calls on Welbeck in the bigger games, including Thursday’s 2-2 draw away at Marseille.that the former England international remains a “key player” for Brighton going forward despite his contract situation and advancing years.Welbeck has made nine appearances across all competitions this season, scoring once – with seven of those outings coming from the start.
The 32-year-old has now made 97 appearances for Brighton since joining in 2021, notching 20 goals and 10 assists. He has racked up 310 total games in the Premier League across spells at the Seagulls, Man United, Sunderland, Arsenal and Watford – scoring 63 top-flight goals.Brighton sit sixth in the Premier League with 15 points despite their disappointing 6-1 defeat by Aston Villa last week .
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