Joao Pedro for Lewandowsky?

FC Barcelona

The transfer market has not officially started yet, but important moves are already underway in the offices of FC Barcelona. And one of the options that has gained the most momentum in recent weeks is that of João Pedro, Brazilian forward of Chelsea FC. According to Mundo Deportivo, the 24-year-old attacker has taken the lead on the list of candidates to reinforce the blue and red forward line.

The situation has changed quite rapidly. Until recently, the main target was Julián Álvarez, but the strong competition from Paris Saint-Germain has greatly complicated the deal. That’s where Joao Pedro appears as a much more realistic alternative… and an increasingly serious one.

The person pulling the strings is Deco, who allegedly has held several contacts with the Brazilian forward’s agent over the past few weeks. And watch out, because the matter seems to be entering an important phase: the player’s agent has traveled to London to meet with Chelsea and get first-hand information about what role Joao Pedro will have next season.

Chelsea still counts on him, of course. Let’s not forget that they paid almost 64 million euros to Brighton & Hove Albion FC less than a year ago and signed him until 2033. But there is an important detail: the “blues” will not play in the next edition of the Champions League, something that could heavily influence the player’s decisions.

And he has good sporting reasons to feel important. This season he posted very solid numbers: 20 goals and 6 assists in 48 matches. Not bad for a forward who is still growing and would fit quite well into Barça’s offensive system.

Moreover, the agent’s trip is no coincidence. This Saturday he will be present at the FA Cup Final between Chelsea and Manchester City FC. And there will also be Barça representatives. Everything points to the possibility of meetings or at least important conversations after the match.

According to the information published by Mundo Deportivo, the player’s camp wants to know more precisely what Barça’s real intentions are before conveying any message to Chelsea. That is, there is still no official negotiation, but a lot of activity around the deal.

Meanwhile, Joao Pedro is also focused on another important matter: making the final list of Carlo Ancelotti with the Brazilian national team for the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. A huge showcase that could further boost his market value.

What is clear is that Barça has already started to accelerate. And Joao Pedro, almost quietly, has moved right into the center of the blue and red market.

Now, with the departure of Lewandowski, the option gains more strength. We will see if there are any movements in the coming days.