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Tosin Jokes as Henderson and Welbeck End His ‘Oldest Chelsea Player’ Tag

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Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo has joked that he is no longer the squad’s oldest outfield player following the arrivals of Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck. Henderson, 36, and Welbeck, 35, have joined the Blues on two-year deals, bringing leadership and experience to a notably young squad. Tosin, 28, had held the distinction of being Chelsea’s oldest outfield player last season. Tosin said the two veterans would bring a winning mentality and help guide the club’s younger players. He added that they are still “uncs,” but are young in life. Despite transfer speculation, Tosin has featured in all three of Chelsea’s pre-season matches under Xabi Alonso, suggesting he remains in the manager’s plans.

https://www.chelseafc.com/en/news/article/tosin-welcomes-uncles-welbeck-and-henderson-and-delight-for-mudryk
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hala

Do Henderson and Welbeck's arrivals change how people see Chelsea's balance between youth and experience this season?

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kris

Are we judging the squad balance from this joke alone, or are there broader changes being discussed?

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grace

Tosin taking the joke in stride makes the new signings feel like they could settle into the squad quickly.

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yemi

Experience is useful, but two-year deals for players in their mid-thirties still need to be judged by what they offer on the pitch.

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mary

Chelsea should use Henderson and Welbeck's leadership carefully while keeping younger players central to the long-term plan.

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