Danny Welbeck joins Zlatan Ibrahimovic in exclusive Premier League club Danny Welbeck has achieved a rare feat in Premier League history, becoming only the third player to score 11 or more goals in a season at age 35 or older. His 11th goal of the campaign against Liverpool at the Amex Stadium marked a milestone that places him alongside Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Gary McAllister. This accomplishment highlights Welbeck’s enduring impact despite his advancing years. Welbeck’s achievement is particularly notable given his career trajectory. After 17 seasons in the top flight, he had never previously reached double figures in a single Premier League season. His recent form, however, has seen him break through, with his 11-goal tally this term representing his best-ever performance in the competition. This success has reignited discussions about his potential return to the England national team, though he was omitted from Thomas Tuchel’s 35-man squad for the upcoming international break. The group of players who have scored 11 or more goals in a Premier League season at 35 or older is exceptionally small. Zlatan Ibrahimovic set the standard with 17 goals for Manchester United in the 2016-17 season, while Gary McAllister reached 11 for Coventry City in the 1999-2000 campaign. Welbeck’s inclusion in this elite club underscores his remarkable consistency and ability to perform at the highest level. Welbeck’s rise at Brighton has been equally impressive. Signed on a free transfer in October 2020, he has evolved from a backup option to a club legend. By April 2025, he had become Brighton’s all-time top scorer in Premier League history with 31 goals, and he now sits at 43 for the club. His current form has solidified his status as one of the Seagulls’ most influential players.#manchester_united #premier_league #brighton #danny_welbeck #zlatan_ibrahimovic
