Chelsea Sign Joao Pedro, Pursue £50m Premier League Forward

Chelsea are actively strengthening their attacking options this summer, having secured Joao Pedro from Brighton for around £60 million and nearing a deal for Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Gittens. The club has also submitted a £50 million proposal for West Ham's versatile forward Mohammed Kudus, who is valued higher by his club but remains a key target for Chelsea and other Premier League sides, including Tottenham, Manchester United, and Newcastle. Despite interest, Chelsea may need to sell players such as Raheem Sterling, Ben Chilwell, Axel Disasi, and others before completing a transfer for Kudus, as West Ham has so far rejected swap offers involving Chelsea players. Manager Enzo Maresca prioritizes bolstering the attack, aiming to build a forward line aligned with his footballing vision, and regards Kudus as a 'brilliant' talent capable of playing across the front line. The club's recent transfer activity, including signing Liam Delap and pursuing Hugo Ekitike, reflects a significant investment in attacking talent, while tactical adjustments are ongoing to accommodate new and existing forwards. Chelsea's strategy indicates a willingness to invest heavily in forwards to improve their frontline and compete at the highest level.