Not even a ‘world record bid’ from Barcelona would entice Chelsea to let João Pedro leave — reports

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LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 26: Joao Pedro of Chelsea during the Emirates FA Cup Semi Final match between Chelsea and Leeds United at Wembley Stadium on April 26, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images) | Getty Images

We first heard of Barcelona’s interest in João Pedro some weeks ago, and at the time, it seemed pretty clear that Chelsea had no intention in letting our leading goalscorer leave, nor was JP himself interested in doing so. And according to most reports, that remains the case as things stand.

UPDATE: In fact, Ben Jacobs reports that not even a “world record bid” would change Chelsea’s minds. That’s €222m-plus, to be specific.

Joao Pedro isn’t for sale at any price this summer, not even a world-record bid. Chelsea's position is clear and not expected to change.

Also understand links between Chelsea and Newcastle pair Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimarães are wide of the mark. https://t.co/yIqX2DmQOK

— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) May 26, 2026

But Barcelona are not giving up. Their sporting director, Deco has made another highly publicized trip to London in recent days, apparently to chat up the striker’s camp and try to convince them that the grass is greener in Catalonia.

Upon touchdown on his return home, Deco gave a brief update on his “mission”, seemingly keeping hope alive that Barca will extricate João Pedro from the chaos and misery and non-Champions League-ness of his Chelsea situation.

“We’re working, we’re going to bring in some players. For now we can’t say anything about Joao Pedro, we’re interested in several players. We haven’t spoken to the clubs yet.”

-Deco; source: El Chiringuito via Barca Blaugranes

So, basically, this saga is just beginning.

This remains the situation with Joao Pedro.

Chelsea not interested in a sale and multiple sources close to the player indicate he is happy at Stamford Bridge and not looking to move. https://t.co/DyxOVD4AUE

— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) May 26, 2026

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