Pedro signs contract extension with Chelsea

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has signed a contract extension, committing to play for the Premier League club until 2034, the club announced on Saturday. The 24-year-old, who was not included in Brazil's World Cup squad for the summer tournament, had reportedly drawn interest from several top football clubs. Pedro, who joined Chelsea from Brighton last year, expressed his excitement about his long-term commitment to the club, stating, "I always dreamed of playing for a big club, and it means a lot to me to give my long-term commitment to this club."

The Brazilian international scored 20 goals in all competitions during his first season at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea's new campaign begins at Fulham on Monday. For the latest breaking news and top stories, subscribe to our notifications on your preferred chat app. To ensure the best experience, we recommend upgrading to a supported browser or downloading our mobile app.