Change of plans. Barcelona open transfer talks with Chelsea star
Kenley Ward
Dailysports's expert
Problems with Julián Álvarez are forcing the Catalans to look for alternative options.
Details: According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona's sporting director Deco has identified 24-year-old Brazilian Chelsea forward João Pedro as the club's new top transfer target.
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It is reported that amid tough negotiations with Atlético over the transfer of Julián Álvarez, and with PSG also stepping in to try and sign the Argentine, Barcelona's management has decided to shift their focus to João Pedro.
The Catalan club has already made an offer to the Blues, and negotiations are currently underway between the two clubs.
This season, João Pedro has played 48 matches for Chelsea, scoring 20 goals and providing 9 assists. His market value is estimated at €75 million by Transfermarkt, and his contract with Chelsea runs until 2033.
