Chelsea have completed their second signing within 24 hours, bringing in another attacker to bolster Enzo Maresca’s squad.
Following the earlier arrival of Liam Delap in June, the Blues have continued their search for additional forward options to support both Delap and Nicolas Jackson. While names like Victor Osimhen and Hugo Ekitike were considered, Chelsea ultimately identified Joao Pedro as their top choice in recent weeks.
Despite competition from Newcastle United, Chelsea have successfully secured a deal.
Chelsea Agree £50m+ Deal with Brighton for Joao Pedro
According to David Ornstein, Chelsea have reached an agreement with Brighton to sign Joao Pedro for a fee exceeding £50 million. The 23-year-old will sign a seven-year contract at Stamford Bridge.
Pedro had made Chelsea his preferred destination from the beginning, favoring a move to London over Newcastle’s advances. His transfer will be finalized later this summer.
Before joining up with the squad, Pedro is expected to feature in the United States. Ornstein reports that Chelsea plan to include the Brazilian forward in their squad for the Club World Cup, with the player registration window opening soon ahead of their quarter-final clash with Palmeiras.
Pedro becomes Chelsea’s second signing in two days, following the recent acquisition of Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund. With an increasingly strong attacking lineup, Maresca’s immediate focus will be on adding Club World Cup success to Chelsea’s recent UEFA Conference League triumph.
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