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Danny answers the fans
Welbeck fields questions sent in by Reds supporters around the world...
Which player names were on the back of your shirts as a kid?
I had ‘Welbz’, but no players. If I could have had anyone, it would have been Giggs as I idolised him. I liked Thierry Henry, too, but that wouldn’t have gone down too well on a United shirt!
What’s your favourite goal you’ve scored in your career?
I’d say my first goal for United, on my league debut against Stoke [November 2008] – that was a special moment for me and I was pleased with the strike. After that, my first goal for England against Belgium at Wembley in June.
Which Reds would you want on your side in a snowball fight?
I’d have to go with someone with a good throw, so David De Gea. He has massive hands as well – if he hits you with one of his snowballs, it’s hurting! I’d pick Antonio Valencia, too, as he has big arms and I reckon his snowballs would go straight through you.
Welbeck bides his time
Danny Welbeck has had to be patient for first-team, but the young striker told United Review he must be ready to take his chance when it comes…
How would you assess your season so far?
It’s been a bit stop-start. I’ve not been playing in my favoured position up front – I’ve been on the wing in most games – so it’s been different to last season, when I played mostly as a striker. But I’m enjoying it, the team is playing well and we’re in a great position in the league, which is the most important thing.
In terms of game time, is it just a case of being patient?
Yes, it’s important not to lose patience and make sure I work just as hard on the training pitch – do extra work, in fact – so that when the time comes and I get the nod, I’m match-fit and game-ready.
Everyone has been talking about our incredible attacking options, which include four top strikers. What is it like to be a part of that?
This is the best club in the world, so
