João Pedro nears Chelsea contract signature until 2033

Chelsea striker João Pedro is expected to sign a new contract extension within hours. The Brazilian player received the document on Tuesday, and the club is expected to make the agreement public once the signature is complete.

While the contract will keep the player at Stamford Bridge until 2033, the deal represents a new agreement rather than a simple activation of an existing clause. When the 24-year-old joined from Brighton, his original contract included an automatic extension that would have also lasted until 2033. However, Chelsea and the player have negotiated new financial terms that differ from the original extension conditions.

The decision to renegotiate follows a significant rise in the striker's profile. João Pedro recorded 20 goals and six assists during his debut season in London, establishing himself as a vital part of the attack. His form also drew interest from Arsenal and Barcelona, with the latter engaging in talks with the player's representatives. Barcelona were ultimately unable to complete a transfer due to financial constraints.

Chelsea chose to move away from the previously established salary terms to reflect the player's improved status. The new deal provides a larger financial increase than the automatic option would have offered. This move addresses the player's stronger negotiating position following his performances and his proximity to a Brazil World Cup squad selection.

By securing these new terms, Chelsea have avoided potential dissatisfaction regarding a salary that was set before the player's recent rise in importance. All financial aspects of the deal have been settled, leaving only the formal signing to be finalized.