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

Chelsea have announced the arrival of João Pedro from Brighton & Hove Albion in a deal thought to be worth £60 million ($81.6 million). The versatile Brazilian forward has signed a contract stretching until 2033 and has the chance to join up with his new Chelsea teammates this month at the Club World Cup.

Newcastle United lost out to Chelsea in the race to sign Joao Pedro and Enzo Maresca did not appear too concerned about the Blues having to raise funds to ensure the Brazil international can play in t