Arsenal could lose the services of another one of their first-team stars on a free transfer as Danny Welbeck is expected to leave the North London club at the end of this current campaign. The in-form English forward might follow Aaron Ramsey out of the Emirates Stadium next summer as both players are set to run down their contracts which will expire when the current season comes to an end.
Welbeck’s Impressive Form This Season
Welbeck has enjoyed a rich vein of form of late and has managed to find the back of the net on a consistent basis. The English talent has featured in 7 matches under Unai Emery this season, scoring four goals across all competitions with most of his appearances coming from the bench. The 27-year-old has made just two senior starts this term against Vorskla in the UEFA Champions League and Brentford in the League Cup respectively.
However, with his current deal with Arsenal set to run out at the end of this season, it will be a big worry for Emery to lose another one of his promising talents on a free transfer next summer.
What Does The English Striker Bring To The Emirates Stadium?
Welbeck has incredible pace and can beat defenders in 1v1 situations. He is also quite effective while dribbling with the ball and often utilises his strong frame to shield the ball from the opposing defenders. The 27-year-old is a striker who thrives on confidence, so when he gets going in the attacking third, Welbeck has a habit of scoring and creating goals on a regular basis. However, when he is not fit and firing on all cylinders, the English forward goes back into his shell and looks like a lost soul on the pitch.
Welbeck’s Potential Departure: A Big Blow For Arsenal?
Losing Welbeck on a free transfer will be a big blow for a club like Arsenal. The number of their first-team players who have run down their contracts with the club has been surprising. The likes of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Alexis Sanchez has been successful in manufacturing their respective moves away from the Emirates. Both Ramsey and Welbeck could be walking on the same path and might leave as free agents next summer which will be a cause for significant concern for the loyal Gunners supporters.
