Spanish publication make bombshell Joao Pedro claim amid Barcelona interest
Joao Pedro is reportedly planning to inform Xabi Alonso of his desire to leave Chelsea for Barcelona this summer. Despite a successful season at Chelsea, where he scored 20 goals, the Brazilian was not selected for Brazil's World Cup squad. Chelsea has stated that Pedro is not for sale, but Barcelona is interested in acquiring him as a replacement for Robert Lewandowski.
- ▪Joao Pedro will speak with Xabi Alonso about wanting to leave Chelsea for Barcelona.
- ▪He scored 20 goals in all competitions this season and was named Chelsea’s Player of the Season.
- ▪Barcelona is looking for a striker and has up to €100m to spend this summer.
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