Joao Pedro Extends Chelsea Stay with New Long-Term Deal
- On Saturday, Chelsea announced that forward Joao Pedro signed a contract extension keeping him at Stamford Bridge until 2034, extending his previous deal by two years.
- Pedro excelled in his debut season after joining from Brighton last year, scoring 20 goals across all competitions. Chelsea moved to secure his future amid reported interest from Barcelona.
- Manager Xabi Alonso confirmed Pedro as his first-choice striker for the upcoming season, while teammates Liam Delap and Nicolas Jackson were made available for transfer. Chelsea's wage structure offers incentivized terms for high performers.
- Pedro is in contention to feature when Chelsea kick off their Premier League campaign away to Fulham on Monday. He told the club's website, "I am very happy to sign a new contract with Chelsea."
- While youngster Marc Guiu faces an uncertain future amid the roster reshuffling, Pedro expressed optimism about the team's potential, stating, "Everyone is very excited for this season." We can achieve our targets.
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Yakima Herald-Republic
Independent EspañolLONDON (AP) — Brazilian striker João Pedro signed a new contract with Chelsea until 2034 — and also took on the 9th T-shirt of the Premier League team, with which many attackers have had difficulties.
Radio France Internationale
France24Joao Pedro extends Chelsea stay with new long-term deal
The striker's previous deal, signed when he joined from Brighton for £60 million ($82 million) a year ago, was set to run until 2032 with the option for an extra year. The contract extension follows Joao Pedro's fine debut season for the Blues, when he scored 20 goals. "I am very happy to sign a new contract with Chelsea," he told the club's website. "I always dreamed of playing for a big club, and it means a lot to me to give my long-term comm…
João Pedro renewed his contract with Chelsea until June 2034 and will now use shirt 9, announced the English team on Saturday morning. The Brazilian attacker, 24 years old and trained in Fluminense, said he sees renewal as a long-term commitment to Chelsea: — I am very happy to sign a new contract with Chelsea. I have always dreamed of playing in a big club and it means a lot to me to be able to sign a long-term commitment to this club — said th…
The Toronto Star
Washington Top NewsJoao Pedro signs new deal at Chelsea and takes on club’s ‘cursed’ No. 9 shirt
LONDON (AP) — Brazil striker Joao Pedro has signed a new contract with Chelsea until 2034 — and also taken on the Premier League team’s No. 9 jersey which many attackers have struggled in.
Idaho Press
Joao Pedro signs new deal at Chelsea and takes on club's 'cursed' No. 9 shirt
Brazil striker Joao Pedro has signed a new contract with Chelsea until 2034. He has also taken on the team’s No. 9 jersey which many attackers have struggled in. The 24-year-old Pedro's previous deal was set to run until 2032…
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