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Chelsea Star Tipped for Shock Arsenal Transfer
Joao Pedro's former teammate believes the Brazilian could end up at Chelsea's rivals.
Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:07am
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A fractured, geometric interpretation of the transfer saga surrounding Chelsea's rising star Joao Pedro.Chelsea TodayJoao Pedro, Chelsea's £60 million summer signing, has been tipped for a potential move to Arsenal by his former Watford teammate Keinan Davis. Despite an impressive debut season at Stamford Bridge, where Pedro has scored 18 goals, Davis believes the 24-year-old Brazilian could make the switch to the Gunners.
Why it matters
This potential transfer would be a significant move, as Pedro has emerged as a key player for Chelsea this season. His departure could weaken the Blues, while strengthening their London rivals Arsenal, who are in the market for a new striker.
The details
Pedro joined Chelsea from Brighton in a £60 million deal last summer and has since scored 18 goals in all competitions. His former Watford teammate Keinan Davis, who now plays for Udinese in Italy, believes Pedro's quality and flair could see him end up at Arsenal, despite his success at Stamford Bridge.
- Joao Pedro joined Chelsea in a £60 million transfer last summer.
- Since January, Pedro has scored 11 goals for Chelsea.
The players
Joao Pedro
A 24-year-old Brazilian striker who joined Chelsea from Brighton in a £60 million transfer last summer and has scored 18 goals in all competitions this season.
Keinan Davis
A former Premier League forward who played with Joao Pedro at Watford and now plays for Udinese in Italy.
Enzo Maresca
Chelsea's manager who has helped Joao Pedro emerge as a key player this season.
Liam Rosenior
Chelsea's manager who has helped Joao Pedro emerge as a key player this season.
Wayne Rooney
The former Manchester United and England captain who recently hailed Joao Pedro as the 'most in-form forward in the Premier League'.
What they’re saying
“Even playing with him, he's Brazilian, so he's just got that flair and belief in himself that he knows he's a very good player.”
— Keinan Davis, Former Watford Teammate
“To see him at Chelsea now is like... even if he went to Arsenal or something like that, I wouldn't be surprised. He's very good.”
— Keinan Davis, Former Watford Teammate
What’s next
Arsenal are expected to make a move for a new striker in the summer transfer window, with current striker Viktor Gyokeres failing to impress with his all-round play despite scoring 16 goals this season.
The takeaway
Joao Pedro's potential departure from Chelsea to join their London rivals Arsenal would be a significant transfer that could have major implications for both clubs. His impressive debut season at Stamford Bridge has shown he has the quality to play at the highest level, and his former teammate's comments suggest he could be open to a surprise move across the city.
