Chelsea seal João Pedro signing on eight-year contract after £60m deal with Brighton

The Blues have confirmed Pedro has completed his move to Stamford Bridge and signed a contract that runs until 2033. He has now joined the squad in the United States and could make his debut for Enzo Maresca's side at the Club World Cup. Chelsea announced the transfer with a special samba video for their latest recruit.


Chelsea have officially unveiled João Pedro as their new star signing—sealing a £60 million transfer from Brighton and marking it with a vibrant samba-themed announcement video, capturing the energy and flair he brings to the club



✅ What We Know

Fee & Contract

    Deal valued at £60 million (initial £55 m plus £5 m in add-ons)

    Pedro has signed a long-term contract through June 2032–33


Announcement & Presentation


Chelsea unleashed the signing via a samba-style video, celebrating both the player’s Brazilian roots and the club’s flair


Video features Pedro in Brazil before flying into the US to link up with Chelsea’s Club World Cup squad


⚽ Ready for Action

Registered in time to feature in the Club World Cup quarter-final against Palmeiras


Pedro has already joined the team in the United States


🔎 Why It Matters

Strategic Goals: Pedro adds quality and depth to Enzo Maresca’s attacking setup with his pace, physicality, and ability to play across the frontline.


Brighton Connection: He becomes the fourth major Brighton player to join Chelsea in recent years (after Caicedo, Cucurella, Sanchez), part of a near-£300 million talent pipeline.


Big Risk, Big Reward: At 23, Pedro brings promise but has shown flashes of disciplinary issues—something Chelsea will need to manage carefully.


📘 Inside the Samba Reveal


The announcement video channels a fiesta vibe, combining:     


Shots of Pedro celebrating in Brazil

Joyful samba rhythms and urban scenes        

 A flip to Chelsea blue with his unveiling at the squad’s US base


🌟 What’s Next


Official debut: Could come this weekend in the Club World Cup quarter-final vs Palmeiras

Integration: How he fits in with Delap, Jackson, Nkunku, and possible new star Gittens under Maresca

Squad Impact: Pedro's arrival may pressure fringe forwards like Sterling, Felix, Jackson, Broja into proving their worth



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