Danny Welbeck made 28 appearances for Sunderland back in 2010/11 on loan from Manchester United, when an emerging prospect under the guidance of Sir Alex Ferguson, scoring six goals. Despite it nearing 15 years since his last Sunderland appearance, Welbeck is still scoring goals in the Premier League for Saturday's opponents Brighton.
Welbeck has hit double figures (10) goals for the second consecutive season, having not previously managed it in his career before last season. For a team that play with a lone striker, Welbeck has the perfect style, combining a genuine threat with hard work and intelligent movement.
The Black Cats are going through a sticky spell, having won only once in their last five league games, which did come last time out. They also held Brighton to a goalless draw at the AMEX, but that was a Brighton side that was missing Welbeck, and he can make the difference.
