Manchester United legend, Gary Neville, has claimed that signing players like Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson is exactly what Chelsea’s young players need in order to gain more guidance. Welbeck is set to become the first player over the age of 26 that Chelsea have spent a fee on since 2022. However, Neville believes that the decision is not a ‘magical’ one, but rather an example of what all top teams need to compete. They’re still good players who can contribute 25-35 games a season, but they will make sure the young players turn up every single day and give their all. “I didn’t think the young players at Chelsea have any real leadership or guidance on and off the pitch.