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João Pedro Signs Seven-Year Contract with Chelsea in £60m Transfer from Brighton
Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Brazilian forward João Pedro from Brighton & Hove Albion on a seven-year deal, with the transfer fee reportedly set at £55 million plus £5 million in add-ons. The 23-year-old becomes one of the club’s biggest signings of the summer and is expected to join the squad immediately for their campaign in the FIFA Club World Cup.
According to a previous report, Chelsea signed João Pedro for up to £60 million.
WHAT HAPPENED?
João Pedro, who scored 16 goals and provided four assists in his last season at Brighton, has made the move to Chelsea after interest from several top clubs. Newcastle United had an earlier bid rejected, but Chelsea moved swiftly to secure the forward before the July transfer deadline. Pedro has stated his excitement about joining the team, saying, “Everyone knows this is a big club with a great history…when you are a Chelsea player you must think one thing – win.” The player flew to the USA for his medical before signing, and he will now meet his new teammates ahead of the Club World Cup quarterfinals against Palmeiras this week.
A previous report confirmed that João Pedro scored 16 goals and had four assists across all competitions last season.
CHELSEA’S SEASON SO FAR
Chelsea finished last season in the Premier League’s top four but managed to secure a Champions League spot. The arrival of João Pedro gives manager Enzo Maresca new options in attack alongside recent recruit Liam Delap and established striker Nicolas Jackson. The Blues are hoping to improve on their CL spots finish and use their Club World Cup run to build momentum. Their next match sees them face Palmeiras, with both teams seeking a spot in the semifinals.
According to a previous report, Chelsea finished fourth in the Premier League last season, securing a Champions League spot.
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR BRIGHTON AND THE FUTURE
Brighton see Pedro’s departure as a positive move for the player and the club. Manager Fabian Hürzeler said the deal was “a good return on a significant investment,” noting the team’s strong options in attack even after the sale. For João Pedro, the transfer opens the door to Champions League football and the chance to secure a place in Brazil’s squad for the 2026 World Cup. All eyes will be on how quickly he adapts to Chelsea’s setup and whether he can help them climb the table and succeed in multiple competitions this season.
According to a previous report, Brighton agreed to sell João Pedro to Chelsea for a fee in excess of £50 million.