TransferBBC SportUnverified source· 20 Aug 2026
Joao Pedro set to sign new Chelsea deal until 2034
Chelsea's Brazilian striker is on the verge of a long-term contract extension before the season kicks off.
João Pedro
player
Player
Joao Pedro
Position
Striker
Club
Chelsea
Contract length
Until 2034 (or 2032 with option)
What happened. Chelsea are set to renew Joao Pedro's contract until 2034 before the Premier League season starts, with sources saying a full agreement has been reached.
- Joao Pedro joined from Brighton for £55m plus £5m in add-ons last summer.
- He scored 20 league goals without penalties, a first for Chelsea since Diego Costa.
- He has netted eight goals in seven pre-season matches.
The new deal secures Joao Pedro's future at Stamford Bridge, with the striker likely to start against Fulham.
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