Liverpool interested in Brighton’s Joao Pedro. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)
Chelsea beat Liverpool to the signing of Moises Caicedo last summer and history could repeat itself in 2025 with both Premier League giants showing interest in another Brighton talent.
The Reds have linked up with Brighton to sign the midfielder for £111m in the summer of 2023, but with the London club being prioritized, the Ecuador international will opt for a move to Stamford Bridge as part of a move part of. UK record £115m deal.
Both Premier League clubs are now reportedly interested in Seagulls’ Joao Pedro, with signing the striker in 2025 would cost around £100m, as Brighton have no current plans to sign the 23-year-old The year-old players parted ways. TBR football.
Reports claim that Liverpool have been keeping a close eye on the Brazilian star, with Reds sporting director Richard Hughes speaking highly of him.
The Merseyside club will face Chelsea’s challenge for Pedro as Enzo Maresca looks to add another striker to his squad ahead of the 2025/26 season.
It is still uncertain whether the two English giants are willing to pay £100m for the Brighton talent, which could open a way for Arsenal to become a Premier League team. The Gunners are believed to have been mentioned as a possible destination for Pedro This week.
Liverpool lead in race for Joao Pedro
according to union universityLiverpool will prioritize signing Pedro from Brighton next summer and could even start talks with the Seagulls as early as January as they look to get ahead of the competition.
The 23-year-old has been finishing at AMEX Stadium since last summer. £30 million Transferred from Watford. The Brazilian has been a key player for Brighton since making 49 appearances in all competitions, scoring 26 goals and assisting six.
At the moment, it’s hard to see where Pedro will fit in at Anfield, as Arne Slott’s forward line is stacked with talent and is one of the strongest in England’s top flight and perhaps Europe.
Mohamed Salah’s future remains uncertain At the Merseyside club, the Egyptian’s departure may be the only way for the Brazilian talent to be brought to Anfield, which is good news for Chelsea.
