Watford have confirmed that they have reached a mutual agreement with Danny Welbeck to terminate his contract.
ℹ️ Danny Welbeck will leave Watford FC on a free transfer.
— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC) October 6, 2020
The former Manchester United and Arsenal striker was earning a reported £100,000-a-week, a figure the club were unable to continue paying out.
In a statement, the Championship side said: “Watford FC confirms that it has reached an agreement to allow Danny Welbeck to leave on a free transfer.
“Welbeck featured 20 times for the Hornets last season, scoring three goals.
“We wish Danny every success in the future.”
The 29-year-old enjoyed a strong end to the 2019/20 campaign scoring two goals in nine appearances after the season restarted amid the coronavirus pandemic, but was unable to save the Hornets from relegation.
