Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso expressed delight with Joao Pedro’s red-hot start to the season ahead of Saturday's trip to face Everton. The Spanish coach challenged the Brazilian forward to maintain his consistency and establish himself among the Premier League's top strikers.
Chelsea are - in Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro - considered to boast the Premier League’s best front three, so how do the Blues become genuine top-flight title contenders? Former Blues star Pat Nevin has answered that question for GOAL, with Moises Caicedo considered to have a key role to play in trophy tilts at Stamford Bridge.
Morgan Rogers has been left stunned by the relentless nature of Chelsea team-mate Joao Pedro following the Blues' dominant display against Bournemouth. The former Aston Villa man believes the Brazilian’s unique blend of tactical discipline and clinical finishing is transforming the West London club into one of the most feared attacking units in the Premier League.