Newcastle talking to Brighton’s Joao Pedro without offer in place: Report

According to journalist Lee Ryder, both Newcastle United and Chelsea have expressed interest in Brighton & Hove Albion forward Joao Pedro, but neither club has submitted an official bid for the Brazilian attacker as of yet. While discussions have taken place through intermediaries, with Brighton reportedly open to negotiating a potential transfer, no concrete steps have been made by either of the Premier League giants.

Sources close to the situation reveal that Brighton have set a valuation of around £60 million for Pedro, a figure that has been communicated to both Newcastle and Chelsea. Despite this, there has been no formal movement from either side to meet that asking price. Brighton’s owner, Tony Bloom, appears open to sanctioning a sale—provided his financial demands are satisfied.

Brighton will sell at £60 million, with Albion supremo Tony Bloom not closing the door on sales,” Ryder noted in his report. In a recent interview with ITV Racing, Bloom hinted that the club may not be very active in the transfer market moving forward, stating, “I don’t think we will be doing a huge amount more [incoming business] between now and the end of the window.” This suggests that Brighton could be more inclined to cash in on Pedro if it helps balance their books or fund future reinvestments.

Pedro, currently enjoying his offseason break, is said to be open to a new challenge—particularly with Newcastle United. Reports indicate that the 22-year-old Brazilian would be receptive to a move to Tyneside. “Newcastle have an idea of Pedro’s wages and were told that the South American would be open to a move north,” Ryder confirmed.

However, Chelsea remains a serious contender in the race for his signature. Despite their well-documented history of high-volume transfer activity, the London club is still seen as an appealing destination for Pedro, both due to their stature and their reputation for nurturing young attacking talent. The forward is reportedly not opposed to making the switch to Stamford Bridge, should the opportunity arise.

So far, Newcastle appear to be the most proactive club in pursuit of Pedro, having already engaged in direct discussions with his representatives. Their interest has intensified in the wake of their unsuccessful attempt to sign Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo, who ultimately opted to join Manchester United. Pedro has now emerged as one of Newcastle’s top attacking priorities as the Magpies look to strengthen their squad for the upcoming campaign.

Nonetheless, the absence of a formal offer leaves the door wide open for other suitors. If Chelsea or another club decides to make a decisive move, Newcastle could risk losing out on their primary target. With the transfer window still open and Brighton’s willingness to sell clear, the situation remains fluid and could escalate quickly in the coming weeks.

The next few weeks will be crucial as clubs assess their squad needs and transfer strategies. For Newcastle, making the first concrete move could be key to landing a player who many believe still has significant untapped potential. For Brighton, the deal could represent another shrewd piece of business in their ongoing model of player development and profitable sales.

As it stands, Joao Pedro’s future hangs in the balance—caught between two Premier League clubs with ambition, but so far, no decisive action.Would you like this adapted for social media, a fan blog, or a formal press release as well?