Chelsea will have to pay at least €25 million to sign Pedro out of Flamengo, with the Blues likely to make an approach.
According to Jorge Nicola, Chelsea may have to pay 25 million to tempt Flamengo into selling striker Pedro. The 26-year-old attacker emerged on their radar some time ago as Mauricio Pochettino eyes a recognised striker to boost his side’s attacking capabilities.
Flamngo’s Pedro will cost €25 million
Flamengo wants to retain their central striker to anyone, including European clubs, but Pedro’s performances have long attracted interest from clubs on the other side of the Atlantic. The 26-year-old has now emerged on Chelsea’s radar, with the Blues contemplating a summer move.
Flamengo had already rejected a €20 million offer from rival Palmeiras and would prefer to sell Pedro to a European giant rather than a domestic rival. Hence, the idea of him joining Chelsea or any other European side would appeal to the Brazilian club, which wants at least €25 million to sell the 26-year-old striker.
Pedro has a contract until 2027 with a release clause worth €100 million, although Flamengo are not demanding anywhere close to that sum. They feel the sum of €25 million is a reasonable enough demand, something they hope Chelsea will oblige and take the 26-year-old attacking target to Stamford Bridge.
Pedro could also contemplate a return to this side of the globe after a previous short stint with Fiorentina. The Brazilian international has established himself as a formidable player in his country, yet he might give Europe another shot, mainly if it means playing in the Premier League.
Chelsea’s striker search continues
With the links to Pedro, Chelsea’s striker search seems like a complicated affair. Considering only days ago, they were heavily linked with Victor Osimhen, with the Blues keen to get ahead in the race. Rivals like Arsenal and PSG are also chasing the Nigerian, who has a mammoth release clause worth a reported €130 million.
Yet, the links to Pedro might be something of an alternative planning should Chelse fail in their attempts to sign Osimhen. The lack of Champions League football could hurt their chances of landing the Napoli star, which may prompt them towards making a move for the Flamengo star.
