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Joao Pedro signs new Chelsea contract and takes No. 9 jersey

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 12:36 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Joao Pedro signs new Chelsea contract and takes No. 9 jersey

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Brazil striker Joao Pedro has signed a new contract with Chelsea that extends until 2034. He has also taken over the club's No. 9 jersey, a number historically associated with struggles for many attackers. This contract extension recognizes Pedro's impact after scoring 20 goals in his debut season. Manager Xabi Alonso is expected to start him as Chelsea prepares to begin the Premier League season against Fulham on Monday.

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•Joao Pedro's contract runs until 2034 with improved terms.
•He scored 20 goals in his debut season with Chelsea.
•He takes on the No. 9 jersey, linked to past struggles.
•Chelsea begins the Premier League season against Fulham on Monday.
•Pedro was omitted from Brazil's squad for the summer World Cup.

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12:36 PMYahoo Sports — Joao Pedro signs new deal at Chelsea and takes on club's 'cursed' No. 9 shirt

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Brazil striker Joao Pedro has signed a new contract with Chelsea until 2034 — and also taken on the Premier League team’s No. 9 jersey which many attackers have struggled in. The extension, on improved terms, was announced Saturday and comes in recognition of the impact he made in finishing his debut season at Chelsea with 20 goals. “Chelsea has a long tradition of winning and it has big ambitions for the future.”
— Yahoo Sports

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