‘Timeless Wonder’ Danny Welbeck Sparks England Recall Debate

Does ‘Timeless Wonder’ Danny Welbeck Deserve an England Recall?

It’s been over seven years since Danny Welbeck last pulled on an England shirt. Yet, at 34 years old, the Brighton striker is in the form of his life — and has become the Premier League’s top-scoring Englishman in the process.

His sixth goal in ten league games, a composed finish in Brighton’s 3-0 win over Leeds, has made headlines — and raised questions.

With England boss Thomas Tuchel set to name his squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Serbia and Albania, the veteran forward’s name is now being seriously discussed.

Welbeck’s Scorching Form

• 6 goals in 10 Premier League matches this season

• Scored in each of his last 3 appearances

• Top English scorer in the league since 27 September

• 6 goals from 7 shots on target – unmatched efficiency

BBC pundit Nedum Onuoha praised him:

“He’s a timeless wonder. The most efficient striker in the league right now.”

Why Tuchel Might Call Him Up

Welbeck last played for England in a 1-0 friendly win against Switzerland in September 2018

Tuchel’s England tenure has been defined by merit-based selection. And right now, few forwards are delivering like Welbeck.

The competition for the backup striker role to Harry Kane is wide open:

• Ollie Watkins has dipped in form.

• Jarrod Bowen and Bukayo Saka aren’t central strikers.

• Anthony Gordon remains untested in that role.

Legendary striker Alan Shearer told BBC Sport:

“Welbeck’s in form, and that’s what Tuchel is looking for. He’s scoring, he’s fit — why not take him?”

What Welbeck Has Said

Despite the growing buzz, Welbeck remains grounded:

“I’m feeling good. I’m enjoying my football and focusing on Brighton,” he told Final Score.

“If England happens, it happens. I’m just focused on the next game.”

Still, in a recent BBC Radio 5 Live interview, he admitted:

“The door is always open. If I’m called upon, I’d love to do the job.”

Veteran Experience, Off-Pitch Value

Beyond goals, Welbeck brings leadership to the Brighton dressing room:

“It’s come full circle. I had senior players guiding me, and now I’m that senior figure for the younger lads,” he said.

His role at Brighton is described as “integral on and off the pitch” — a quality that could add balance and calm to an England World Cup dressing room.

What Fans Are Saying

Rob: “Welbeck needs to be in the squad. Not as a starter, but he’s a fantastic option.”

Clive: “Only 7.4% have him in FPL — get him in sharpish!”

Josh: “I’d take Welbeck over any striker aside from Kane.”

Bob: “We should focus on youth. One season shouldn’t change everything.”

Stephen: “Get Danny Welbeck in the World Cup squad.”

Welbeck’s England Career at a Glance

• 42 caps

• 16 goals

• Last appearance: September 2018

• Age at 2026 World Cup: 35

Verdict: Is Welbeck Heading to Germany?

With England’s lack of form strikers and Welbeck’s clinical finishing, the veteran forward has every reason to be in Tuchel’s thoughts.

Tuchel has shown he’s willing to pick players based on form, not age. If Welbeck maintains this purple patch, he could be the surprise name on the plane to Germany.