Chelsea first identified the Brazilian as a player they wanted to sign this summer in January and he was keen to be in London

Hurzeler Backs Joao Pedro DepartureHurzeler’s Vision for Brighton’s Forward LineFabian Hurzeler has always favoured clarity. In confirming Joao Pedro’s £60

Sources have told ESPN that Pedro preferred a move to Stamford Bridge amid interest from Newcastle . The 23-year old has signed a seven-year contract after the clubs agreed a £60 million ($82m) deal.