Manchester United have reached an agreement on personal terms with Brighton & Hove Albion striker Danny Welbeck as they consider a potential deal for January. Welbeck is reportedly open to a return to Manchester United, where he spent 13 years before his transfer to Arsenal in 2014. Although he had initially agreed on personal terms with Manchester United on Transfer Deadline Day, the move was not completed because Brighton did not have sufficient time to secure a replacement. Nevertheless, a transfer might occur in the January window, as Brighton are willing to sell since Welbeck's contract is set to expire next summer. Jason Wilcox is spearheading Manchester United’s efforts to sign Welbeck, and the player's name was mentioned during talks about a potential summer move for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.

Manchester United considered re-signing Danny Welbeck, a former academy graduate, during the summer transfer window. The club saw value in his Premier League experience, adaptability, and ability to provide depth. Discussions included a potential contract through to 2027. However, INEOS chairman Sir Jim Ratcliffe opposed offering a two-year deal due to Welbeck's age, ultimately shutting down the move.

Manchester United's Erik Ten Hag considered re-signing Danny Welbeck to boost the team's attack. Welbeck, 33, was discussed for his experience and performance at Brighton as his contract was ending. However, no offer was made, and Welbeck signed a new two-year deal with Brighton.

The Athletic reported that Erik ten Hag, prior to his dismissal, had expressed his desire to bring Danny Welbeck back to Manchester United last summer. It was mentioned that Ten Hag was particularly fond of the English striker, who eventually remained at Brighton & Hove Albion. Ten Hag had personally urged the management to consider a transfer for the now 33-year-old forward, who had previously been part of United's youth academy and first team from 2008 to 2014. However, due to the pressure on Ten Hag's position, United decided not to act on his transfer requests. Consequently, Welbeck opted to extend his expiring contract with Brighton.