Danny Welbeck told to ‘ignore’ Chelsea transfer approach and rejoin Man Utd by club legend

RIO FERDINAND has made a desperate plea for Danny Welbeck to seal a shock return to Manchester United instead of joining Chelsea. The striker, 35, narrowly missed out on a place in England’s World Cup squad after bagging 13 Premier League goals for Brighton last season. Danny Welbeck is wanted by Chelsea Credit: Getty But Rio Ferdinand wants the striker to rejoin Manchester United Credit: Getty And Welbeck’s form has resulted in Chelsea holding talks over a summer switch to Stamford Bridge. But the prolific marksman has been urged by former United team-mate Ferdinand to snub the West Londoners. Sign up for the Man United newsletter Thank you! The Red Devils legend, 47, wants Welbeck to head back to Old Trafford if he quits Brighton. In a social media post, Ferdinand wrote: “Welbs…. Ignore + come back home! Champions League football next season in Manchester.” Chelsea are eyeing a deal for Welbeck after ripping up their transfer strategy. The Blues are looking to add more experience to their squad after previously only focusing on landing up-and-coming gems. Xabi Alonso’s push for wiser heads has resulted in Jordan Henderson joining Welbeck on Chelsea’s wishlist. But United have prioritised stocking up their options in the middle of the park instead of trying to make Ferdinand’s wish a reality. Most read in Sport SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET UP TO £100 BONUS New Red Devils chief Michael Carrick splashed £50million to recruit Andrey Santos from Chelsea. And the midfielder was quickly followed through the door by Youri Tielemans. That £35m deal, thanks to triggering a release clause written into the Belgian’s contract at Aston Villa, came 24 hours after goalkeeper Karl Darlow’s arrival. United already have Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha and Joshua Zirkzee as forward options. Welbeck and Ferdinand were team-mates at Old Trafford Credit: Getty And that has led to Carrick being more determined to strengthen other positions. Welbeck notched 29 goals in a trophy-laden spell for United, after coming through the ranks. Comment now