Chelsea issue strong rebuttal to Barcelona amid Deco talks with agent
Chelsea has firmly rejected Barcelona's attempts to sign Joao Pedro, emphasizing that he is a key player for the club. Barcelona is looking to replace Robert Lewandowski and has shown strong interest in Pedro, but Chelsea is unwilling to entertain any offers. The situation remains dynamic, as Chelsea's position could change if Pedro expresses a desire to leave.
- ▪Barcelona is seeking a replacement for Robert Lewandowski, who is leaving the club this summer.
- ▪Joao Pedro is one of the leading candidates for Barcelona, alongside Julian Alvarez.
- ▪Chelsea has stated that they will not consider selling Pedro, even for a world-record fee.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 05:20:00 +0000 |
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