Overview
- Pedro Neto signed a new contract on Friday that extends his stay at Chelsea until 2032, with the club confirming improved terms and the player saying he feels at home.
- Joao Pedro agreed expanded terms last month that reportedly run to 2034 and he followed that by winning the Premier League Player of the Month award for August.
- Xabi Alonso has praised both players’ form and versatility, publicly likening Joao Pedro to Karim Benzema and saying he ranks alongside the Premier League’s top strikers.
- Neto resisted summer interest, including reported approaches from Manchester City, and has adapted to Alonso’s system by performing in a right wing‑back role.
- Chelsea’s wider contract review has rewarded several first‑team players this year and this string of renewals is intended to stabilise the squad and limit transfer exits while Alonso implements his tactics.