Chelsea striker João Pedro says he is happy at the club
Archived — this story has rotated out of today’s deck. It is kept here in full.
The gist
Chelsea striker João Pedro said he feels very comfortable at Chelsea and has eight goal contributions this season.
His form and links to Cole Palmer make him central to Chelsea's top-four push.
Background
João Pedro is a 25-year-old Brazilian striker who joined Chelsea from Brighton in 2025 and was named the club's Player of the Season in 2025-26 after 20 goals and nine assists in 50 appearances. He previously played at Watford, and he says the decisive moment for his success in England was Watford's relegation to the second division, after which he stayed anyway. He was left out of Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad by Carlo Ancelotti. He spoke to the media ahead of Chelsea's Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge, with Chelsea sitting fourth in the table.
How it unfolded
- May 2022João Pedro says the decisive moment for his success in England was Watford's relegation to the second division, and he stayed at the club anyway.
- 2025He moved to Chelsea from Brighton.
- 2025 -26He was named Chelsea's Player of the Season after recording 20 goals and nine assists in 50 appearances.
- Aug 30, 2026He scored in Chelsea's Premier League match against Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge in London.
- Oct 23, 2026He spoke to the media ahead of Chelsea's match against Tottenham Hotspur, discussing his friendship with Cole Palmer and Xabi Alonso's impact.
- Oct 24, 2026Reports said he jointly leads the Premier League in goal contributions with eight (five goals and three assists), level with Manchester City's Erling Haaland.
- date unknownHe was left out of Chelsea's squad for the London derby with Tottenham at Stamford Bridge.
Who’s saying what
- Player
- João Pedro said he feels very comfortable at Chelsea, crediting a coach who gives him a lot of confidence as a big part of his performance this season.
- Caution
- A social media post said he is only "reportedly" happy at Chelsea and not being considered for sale, despite recent speculation.
Still unverified
A social media post claimed João Pedro is "reportedly" happy at Chelsea and not being considered for sale, despite recent speculation; the claim is presented as unconfirmed.