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Chelsea join race for Brighton ace Joao Pedro

Alex Roberts
Chelsea join race for Brighton ace Joao Pedro
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Chelsea have reportedly added Brighton ace Joao Pedro to their lengthy shortlist of potential forward signings in the summer transfer window.

Per Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea have identified Pedro, 23, as a key target as they seek to bring more attacking options to Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea have been on the lookout for a striker and a left-winger since the end of 2024-25 and could now be set to splash £70 million on the Brazilian.

Pedro is expected to leave Brighton after a couple of impressive seasons at the club, in which he scored 30 goals and provided ten assists in 70 games across all competitions.

A deal won’t be simple, however. Newcastle are also understood to be highly interested in Pedro having nearly signed him from Watford before he ultimately headed to the South Coast.