Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain have seen their hopes of signing Joao Pedro fade after the Chelsea striker agreed to a new long-term contract at Stamford Bridge. The Brazilian forward only joined Chelsea last season but quickly established himself as an important figure in the team thanks to his impressive performances and consistent goalscoring.

His strong debut campaign attracted interest from several European giants, with Barcelona and PSG among the clubs reportedly monitoring his situation. However, Chelsea moved decisively to prevent the 23-year-old from becoming a target for rival clubs. The London side confirmed that Pedro has agreed to remain at Stamford Bridge on a contract running until 2034.

The new deal underlines Chelsea’s confidence in Pedro and their plans to make him an important part of the squad for years to come. The striker has also been impressed by the club’s ambitions and believes Stamford Bridge provides the right environment for his continued development. His decision to commit his future also gives Chelsea greater stability in attack as they prepare for another demanding season.

Pedro will also begin the new campaign with a new shirt number. The forward is set to wear the iconic No. 9 jersey, taking over the number previously worn by Liam Delap. With his long-term future secured and a prominent role expected in Chelsea’s attack, Pedro now has an opportunity to establish himself as one of the club’s key players for the coming years.