Newcastle United’s management is preparing to respond to a second significant setback in the transfer window

Newcastle United are set to miss out on Joao Pedro to Chelsea, with Chronicle Live readers expressing a range of emotions in the wake of the latest transfer blow

Brighton have received a double boost for Monday’s Premier League home clash against champions Liverpool with Lewis Dunk and Joao Pedro back in the mix. Issue date: Friday May 16, 2025

Chronicle Live readers have been sharing their varied reactions as Newcastle United grapples with the complexities of the transfer market. Despite missing out on Joao Pedro, the club’s top brass remain unruffled in their approach to transfers.

The recent transfer window has underscored the challenges of competing with the Premier League’s heavyweights.

Newcastle United’s management is preparing to respond to a second significant setback in the transfer window after being unable to meet Bryan Mbeumo’s wage demands, leading to his move to Manchester United. Insiders close to the deal have confirmed Chelsea as the winners in a bidding war that included Newcastle.

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Despite engaging in talks with Brighton & Hove Albion and offering up to £50m, Newcastle were informed that a fee closer to £60m plus add-ons was the asking price for the three-time Brazil international. However, it is Chelsea who have met all the requirements and are now set to sign the former Watford forward.

Pedro was eager for the move to London and received encouragement from the Blues, with the Albion star being offered a lucrative deal by the Stamford Bridge club. Despite Newcastle’s willingness to make Pedro a substantial offer, they have been unable to halt Chelsea’s progress.