According to reports, Chelsea striker Joao Pedro wants to go for Barcelona during the summer transfer window, and Xabi Alonso may let him go, but Fabrizio Romano and BBC Sport have completely different information regarding the Brazilian.
Joao Pedro has been Chelsea’s greatest player this season, with the Brazil international striker scoring 23 goals and assisting nine times in 52 matches across all competitions after signing from Brighton and Hove Albion in summer 2025.
The striker has 15 goals and five assists in 30 starts and four substitute appearances for Chelsea this season.
Barcelona are interested in signing Joao Pedro from Chelsea in the summer of 2026.
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Robert Lewandowski is departing Barcelona this summer, and the Spanish champions feel Joao Pedro would be a good replacement for the Polish sensation.
Barcelona sports director Deco has already spoken with Joao Pedro’s agents, and AS has published specifics of the conversations, alleging that the striker is ‘eager’ on a transfer to Spotify Camp Nou for €75 million (£65 million).
Joao Pedro intends to quit Chelsea for Barcelona.
According to the article, ‘Barcelona’s sports director, Deco, met with officials of the agency handling Joao Pedro’s affairs in London on Thursday.
His prospective move to the Catalan club was on the table. Two basic messages appeared.
The 24-year-old Brazilian hopes to join Barcelona next season. The other issue is that the mission is virtually unachievable.
Chelsea’s new manager, Xabi Alonso, will begin work on July 1 after leaving Real Madrid in January. Despite Barcelona’s financial situation, Chelsea is hesitant to let go of the Brazilian, who was signed from Brighton for €65 million.
The Italian journalist continued: “So, for the moment, the understanding is that, yes, Barcelona likes Joao Pedro and has spoken with individuals close to Joao Pedro, but Chelsea’s attitude is quite clear.
“They want Joao Pedro to be an important part of the squad not only now, but also in the future.”
“And they want Joao Pedro to be an important part of the group, alongside Xabi Alonso.
“Chelsea feel Joao Pedro can be terrific under Xabi Alonso, as he was earlier this season in a difficult season.
“They believe Joao can do even better with Xabi Alonso, and that is Chelsea’s viewpoint.
“They absolutely want Joao Pedro to stay.”
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