Chelsea should not planning to sell Joao Pedro in the summertime transfer window following interest from Barcelona, in response to reports.
Barcelona have made Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez is first-choice attacking goal this summer as Robert Lewandowski’s contract is as a result of expire at the top of the season.
Atletico, nonetheless, are in a robust negotiating position as Alvarez still has 4 years remaining on his contract, which is protected by a €500 million (£431m) release clause.
Barcelona at the moment are working on alternative solutions and Joao Pedro is on their shortlist.
In keeping with ESPN Brasil, Barca have already initiated initial informal contacts for the Brazil international ahead of the summer window.
The move for the Chelsea forward has been approved by each Barcelona’s head coach, Hansi Flick, and Deco, the club’s sporting director.
Nonetheless, Chelsea are said to have already communicated through third parties that it’s going to not allow a transfer this summer because the club is aware of the difficulties find an appropriate alternative.
Joao Pedro joined Chelsea in a £60m deal from Brighton last yr and has impressed in his first season at Stamford Bridge with 19 goals in all competitions.
The Brazilian also has the prospect to win a second trophy with Chelsea after the team’s World Club Cup success this summer as they are going to play Manchester City within the FA Cup final on May 16.
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