Even with several signings since the start of last season, Chelsea have spent millions of euros on players who haven't always found a place in the squad to justify their signings. However, the Blues' current management doesn't seem to be satisfied and intends to spend even more on signings with a view to the next European season.
The latest reports indicate that Chelsea are well on the way to signing Brighton striker João Pedro. This transfer is expected to cost around 50 million pounds and bonuses for certain targets achieved, beating Newcastle's interest in yet another battle for signings in the transfer window.
The entire negotiation was conducted by manager Frederico Moraes, who is now in direct contact with Chelsea's representatives in order to close the deal before the medical exams take place. However, one of the biggest assets that has been speculated about in recent reports could affect the sequence for the Club World Cup.
João Pedro is close to joining the Chelsea squad
Reports suggest that João Pedro will be included in Chelsea's squad for the Club World Cup quarter-final against Palmeiras, the team that beat Botafogo in the last 16 and caused the sacking of coach Renato Paiva, who beat PSG in the group stage. FIFA has allowed all participating clubs to make two signings and register six new players until July 3.
It's important to note that João Pedro has been on vacation in Brazil since the end of the last Premier League season, where Brighton finished eighth. out of European tournaments. Revealed by Fluminense, the striker has been in England since the 2019/2020 season, when he was at Watford. After four years, he joined Brighton, scoring 20 goals in 40 games. In other words, this signing shows that Chelsea are taking the Club World Cup very seriously and will try to win the title.