Chelsea are reportedly pushing on with efforts to sign Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson as the club looks to add proven experience to its squad. The latest transfer reports suggest both England internationals remain part of the thinking at Stamford Bridge.

According to the report referenced in the latest update, Chelsea want to balance their group with more senior players. That points to a recruitment focus not only on talent and potential, but also on leadership, know-how and reliability at the top level.

Welbeck and Henderson fit that profile as experienced England players, and their names have now been linked together in Chelsea's transfer plans. While no full details of any potential deals are available from the trimmed report, the direction of travel appears to be toward adding veteran options.

If the moves progress, Chelsea would be making a clear statement about the need for experience within the squad. For now, the key development is that interest in Welbeck and Henderson is said to be ongoing, with the club continuing its work on both possible transfers.