Brighton sign Danny Welbeck on a one-year deal after free agent had his Watford contract terminated

Danny Welbeck is back in the Premier League.

The former Manchester United and Arsenal striker has signed for Brighton and Hove Albion on a one-year deal after leaving Championship outfit Watford as a free agent earlier this month.

Welbeck, who has 42 England caps and 16 international goals, was a free agent after his Watford contract was terminated on October 6.

The 29-year-old will wear the No 18 and is expected to be available for selection for next Monday’s match against West Bromwich Albion at the Amex Stadium.

Brighton boss Graham Potter is ecstatic at the signing as it aides his attacking options this season.

‘We are delighted to have Danny joining us. He will complement our existing striking options,’ he told the club’s official website.

‘He’s got an undoubted pedigree, and he is quick and technically very good. He will add to our attacking threat and we are thrilled to add another player of his experience and quality.’

Technical director Dan Ashworth added, “I think Danny’s arrival concludes what we feel has been a very good window for the club.

‘A lot of planning, diligence and hard work went into the recruitment side, and I would like to thank all the club’s different departments for their efforts in achieving that.’