Chelsea has issued a firm hands-off warning to Barcelona regarding Joao Pedro, valuing him at €100 million. The club is not interested in selling the player, who joined from Brighton last summer.
Recently, Joao Pedro scored his 20th goal for Chelsea in a match against Nottingham Forest. However, Chelsea lost that match 3-1. This loss highlighted the team’s struggles this season.
In the aftermath of the defeat, Joao Pedro expressed the need for Chelsea to improve consistency in their remaining matches. He stated, “We need to find a way to be consistent.” He also mentioned that he would prefer three points over scoring a goal in a losing match.
Barcelona is reportedly interested in signing Joao Pedro as a replacement for Robert Lewandowski. The Spanish club sees him as an ideal fit for their system. However, Chelsea’s valuation complicates any potential transfer.
This season, Joao Pedro has scored 19 goals in all competitions since joining Chelsea. Currently, Chelsea sits eighth in the Premier League, 10 points behind fifth-placed Aston Villa. They have four remaining league games this season.
The situation remains tense as both clubs navigate the transfer market. Chelsea’s firm stance on Joao Pedro suggests they view him as a key asset moving forward.