DANNY Welbeck once again told of his "love" for Sunderland after the Brighton striker's double against Newcastle United.

Welbeck, now 34, has always had a soft spot for the Black Cats after a loan spell on Wearside early in his career, and remains a popular figure with Sunderland fans - even more so after his recent strikes against the Magpies.

Welbeck scored the winners in league and FA Cup games at St James' Park last season and helped himself to a double against Eddie Howe's side at the Amex Stadium on Saturday.

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Welbeck blew a kiss towards the Newcastle supporters after his first goal, and said afterwards: “Their fans have a little bit of banter with me during games.

“I’ve got a lot of love for the Stadium of Light and Sunderland as well. They played a massive part in my development as a youngster coming through.”

Welbeck also lifted the lid on his disagreement with Newcastle's Nick Woltemade after his second goal against the Magpies.

Woltemade had levelled for Newcastle, only for Welbeck to strike his...