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“Barcelona really” – Fabrizio Romano provides new update on Joao Pedro’s future
TL;DR
Barcelona is interested in Joao Pedro, considering him a 'fantastic' striker, but selling him this summer may be complicated, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Key points
- Barcelona is interested in Joao Pedro.
- Fabrizio Romano describes Pedro as a 'fantastic' striker.
- Selling Joao Pedro this summer may be complicated.
- Chelsea signed Pedro for up to £60 million.
- Pedro had a successful first season at Stamford Bridge.
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“Barcelona really” – Fabrizio Romano provides new update on Joao Pedro’s future
Barcelona really like Joao Pedro and consider him a “fantastic” striker, but it will be complicated to sell him this summer according to Fabrizio Romano.
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The Blues signed Pedro last summer in a deal worth up to £60m from Brighton, and he’s had a successful first season at Stamford Bridge.
The Brazil international made an immediate impact at the Club World Cup scoring in the both the semi final and final, whilst he’s scored 20 goals in all competitions this season.
Barcelona really like Joao Pedro
Pedro has scored 15 Premier League goals, and is one of the only players to have performed in what’s been another difficult season.
The Brazilian will surely be named Chelsea’s player of the season, and he’s easily fought off competition from Liam Delap to make the number nine position his own.
Although it counted for little, Pedro scored a brilliant bicycle kick in the defeat to Nottingham Forest, and his form hasn’t gone unnoticed.
Barcelona reportedly hold interest in Pedro as they search for a replacement, and Romano has provided an update.
Q&A
What is the latest update on Joao Pedro's future with Barcelona?
Fabrizio Romano reports that Barcelona considers Joao Pedro a 'fantastic' striker but selling him this summer will be complicated.
How much did Chelsea pay for Joao Pedro from Brighton?
Chelsea signed Joao Pedro for a deal worth up to £60 million from Brighton last summer.
Why is it complicated for Barcelona to sell Joao Pedro this summer?
The complexities surrounding Joao Pedro's potential sale involve various factors, though specific details were not disclosed by Fabrizio Romano.