Over the loudspeakers at Stamford Bridge, the chorus “Pedro, Pedro, Pedro Pe…” might soon ring out — a tribute to Raffaella Carra’s legendary hit from the album Mi spendo tutto — a title that now perfectly fits Chelsea’s wild transfer policy. Because the Blues are spending it all. For another hope, another talent, another Pedro.The latest gem in their collection of young prospects is Joao Pedro. Chelsea has officially confirmed the arrival of the Brazilian forward from Brighton in a transfer worth 63.7 millions. He has signed a long-term contract until 2033 and will be immediately registered for the upcoming Club World Cup quarterfinal match against Palmeiras (early Saturday morning at 4:00 AM).Beach to the Bridge. Joao Pedro is here! 🏖️ pic.twitter.com/wT3RUNLnUS— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) July 2, 2025 “Everyone knows this is a big club with a big history. It’s had brilliant players in the past, and still does. When you’re a Chelsea player, you have to think about one thing – winning,” said the 23-year-old Brazilian upon signing.Joao Pedro’s journey began at Fluminense, where he showed a knack for scoring even as a teenager. Watford brought him in for 11.5 million euros, and over four seasons he made 109 appearances and scored 24 goals. In 2023, he moved to Brighton for around 35 millions. There, he immediately exploded — 19 goals across all competitions, star status, and became a target for many big clubs.In the race with Arsenal and Newcastle, it was Pedro’s personal preference that proved decisive — Chelsea. The strong relationship between Chelsea and Brighton also played a role. In recent seasons, the South Coast club has already sold players like Moises Caicedo, Marc Cucurella, and Robert Sanchez to West London, and Colwill also spent time there on loan.Sign two strikers in a single day – just the Blues thingJoao Pedro is a versatile attacker. At Brighton, he played as a traditional striker, second striker, and even as a supporting forward. Fast, direct, strong in transition, and clinical from the penalty spot — he shapes up as an ideal strike partner for Nicolas Jackson. Alternatives considered were Victor Osimhen and Hugo Ekitike, but the Brazilian was always the top choice.Chelsea’s summer spending already exceeds 200 million euros. The club has also signed striker Liam Delap from Ipswich for 35.5 millions, and previously secured Palmeiras’ teenage sensation Estevao for 34 millions fixed + 23 millions in bonuses.Joao Pedro 🗣️: when Chelsea came , they told Brighton I will win trophies so the add ons can be activated easily . My good friend mbeumo told me that Manchester United want to insert a champions league add ons into his signing but Brentford replied “ you finished 15th “( via… pic.twitter.com/FYw1lStv4w— OB (@CFC_OBED) July 2, 2025 Then there are Portuguese gems Geovane Quenda and Dario Essugo (together 70 millions), center-back Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg (14 millions), Ecuadorian wonderkid Kendry Paez (20 millions), and Jamie Bynoe-Gittens from Borussia Dortmund (65 millions).And while the speakers belt out “Pedro Pe…”, the club’s owners and management led by Todd Boehly will have every reason to quietly hum Raffaella Carra’s chorus: “Mi spendo tutto” (“I spend it all”).##NAJAVA_MECA_9000724##
