Joao Pedro, who is 23 years old, has expressed his excitement about joining Chelsea. In an interview, he mentioned the club's rich history and the presence of talented players, both past and present. His goal is to win with the team, and he believes that being a Chelsea player requires a winning mindset.
During his time at Brighton, Joao Pedro scored 30 goals in 70 appearances, demonstrating his ability as a reliable goalscorer. He is expected to take the place of Christopher Nkunku, who is leaving the team in the coming months. With the arrival of Joao Pedro, manager Maresca now has a strong and talented attack, featuring players like Delap, Jackson, Jamie Gittens, Pedro Neto, Noni Madueke, Estevao, and Pedro.
While the team has a promising attack on paper, it remains to be seen how they will perform on the pitch. Putting their talent to work effectively will be the next challenge for manager Maresca and the team.