Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has expressed his admiration for João Pedro, describing the Brazilian forward as a “top player” and insisting that he has always recognized his quality. Softfootball has acknowledged that the manager’s comments underline the growing importance of Pedro within the squad.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who shared the update on his official X handle, Chelsea worked extremely hard to secure João Pedro’s signing because they firmly believed in his potential. The club’s faith appears to be paying off, with the forward continuing to deliver impactful performances.
Romano posted:
Liam Rosenior: “João Pedro is a top, top player – he always has been”. “I know how hard the club worked to bring him to the club because he has that potential and he is showing that”.
Pedro notably emerged as the hero in January when he scored the decisive goal in Chelsea’s 1–0 London derby victory over Tottenham Hotspur. That performance further reinforced his value to the team and highlighted the progress he has made since arriving at Stamford Bridge. His influence in key moments continues to justify the club’s long-term investment in him.
Meanwhile, Chelsea are monitoring Marc Cucurella’s fitness after the Spanish defender felt discomfort in his hamstring at half-time during the 2–2 draw against Leeds United. He is set to undergo a scan to assess the extent of the issue, though the club remains hopeful he will be fit for the next fixture.
