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Bid rejected! Newcastle fail in ambitious £50m swoop for Premier League striker amid rival Chelsea interest

<p>Brighton have turned down offers exceeding £50 million for Pedro, including one from Newcastle United as per <a href="https://talksport.com/football/premier-league/3331447/transfer-news-newcastle-joao-pedro-bid-rejected-chelsea/" target="_blank">talkSPORT</a>. The Brazilian striker, who enjoyed a prolific campaign last season, is reportedly open to a new challenge. Magpies boss Eddie Howe has made Pedro his top attacking target and sees the 23-year-old as a perfect addition to his forward line. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/newcastle-120m-blow-mega-money-moves-anthony-elanga-joao-pedro-james-trafford-rejected/blt2c582ba9924adb1b" target="_blank">Newcastle are expected</a> to raise their bid as <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/enzo-maresca-reveals-chelsea-sign-replacement-mykhailo-mudryk-doping-charge-amid-links-jamie-gittens-joao-pedro/blt6f121f1152fa65e3#cs2d64c28f764484d1" target="_blank">Chelsea also monitor the situation closely</a>.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Pedro’s versatility as a striker, attacking midfielder or winger fits the mould of the modern Premier League forward, which is part of what makes him so valuable. Brighton, who signed him from Watford for £30 million in 2023, are holding out for around £70 million ($95.8m) after his breakout season. Howe is looking to inject more goals and creativity into his Newcastle squad and is therefore pushing hard, but Chelsea’s interest could yet complicate matters.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Pedro scored 20 goals in all competitions in the 2024/25 season, including 10 in the Premier League — his best domestic return to date. That form has only strengthened Brighton’s position as they hold firm on their valuation. Pedro’s ability to operate across the front line is a major draw for any top-six contender heading into next season.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Newcastle are expected to return with an improved offer, but Chelsea’s looming presence could spark a bidding war. Brighton, with their track record of tough negotiations, won’t let Pedro go on the cheap. Whether he heads to St James’ Park, Stamford Bridge, or remains at the Amex will likely depend on who matches the £70m asking price — and how hard Pedro pushes to leave.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR PEDRO?

Bid rejected! Newcastle fail in ambitious £50m swoop for Premier League striker amid rival Chelsea interest | Goal.com

Newcastle United have seen a bold £50 million ($68.4m) offer for Brighton star Joao Pedro rejected, with Chelsea also circling the Brazilian forward. The Magpies are expected to return with an improved bid, but face stiff competition in the market for one of the Premier League’s most versatile and in-demand attackers.