1 hour ago, evissy said:

He is a very good and vastly underrated player. We will absolutely miss his quality when he is gone. He is also a pro. Doesn't moan or throw tantrums and by all the stories he trains very hard and sets a good example for the younger players.

We might well see a void of experienced players here if Willian and Giroud move on as well.

This is my concern, part of the problem we have though is that with the bringing through of the kids most of our old pro's are very much in the twilight of their careers so will probably move on, meaning we have very few of the "seasoned" pro's but still at their peak to offer the leadership/ mentality side of things

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PEDRO CORRECTS REPORTING OF CONTRACT SITUATION AND TALKS ABOUT AIDING CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE IN SPAIN

Our winger, who was born in Tenerife in the Canary Islands and spent his professional career at Barcelona before his move to London in 2015, currently has his foundation working to supply hospitals in several locations with vital equipment.

It is an effort he discussed with Spanish media yesterday which led to an inaccurate translation of an answer he gave about his situation at Chelsea, with him quoted as saying he is ‘terminating’ his contract with the club.

Speaking today to the official Chelsea website, it is a mistranslation Pedro is keen to correct.

‘As many people know, my contract is up in May,’ he says, ‘but I still haven't spoken to the club about whether or not it will be renewed and whether I'll carry on.

‘I've seen loads of messages from Chelsea fans saying goodbye and thanking me for the time I've spent here, which I appreciate, but I'd like to tell all the fans simply that my current contract is coming to an end but I still have to talk to the club.

‘I don't know whether I'll keep playing here or not. That conversation is still to come. But I have not signed for any other club. I belong to Chelsea. I have a contract. My wish is to be able to stay here but obviously we don't know what will happen. I have to speak to the club and let's see what happens.’

https://www.chelseafc.com/en/news/2020/03/26/pedro-corrects-reporting-of-contract-situation-and-talks-about-a

Did the right think for himself, I'm pretty sure he still will be a good player for La Liga's teams. 

Most thing I like about him is he never stops work for the team, had some fantastic moments with us, overall he has been good for the club and I'm happy with what he gave us.

I've loved Pedro in his time with us.
Always worked hard for the team, never moans, plays most of the time with a smile on his face, don't hear him being a twat away from football.
All in all a top pro, and i would have him over Willian all day long.
If he goes this summer (which does seem likely) i wish him all the best, and will remember him fondly.

2 hours ago, chelseablueboy said:

I've loved Pedro in his time with us.
Always worked hard for the team, never moans, plays most of the time with a smile on his face, don't hear him being a twat away from football.
All in all a top pro, and i would have him over Willian all day long.
If he goes this summer (which does seem likely) i wish him all the best, and will remember him fondly.

I like your post and think for attitude Pedro beats Willian all day long yet Willian has those moments when he looks the best in the world at going around a player and then once in five (guess) opportunities it comes to something.  

I would like to think Pedro has been great with the youngsters yet don't hear any backroom chat.

https://thesefootballtimes.co/2020/05/28/how-a-late-blooming-record-breaking-pedro-became-one-of-the-games-most-reliable-forwards/

How a late-blooming, record-breaking Pedro became one of the game’s most reliable forwards

 

28/05/2020 by Billy Munday

Decent enough read.

Edited June 1, 20206 yr by erskblue

I also read somewhere this is pretty much a done deal, it’s just a case of finding out when the season finishes for his contract. Good move for him, he’s been a great servant to us with some big performances. 

I will miss him if/when he leaves. Always popped up with an important goal, and as many have said, a great servant to the club. Never controversial in the press or on social media, never complaining, just knuckling down and doing his job. Great smile too, obviously loves playing football.

Yeah will miss the guy. Been a great player for the team and always gave his all. Popped up with some important goals for us. Who can remember His screamer away at Everton under Conte? Was a crucial goal 

Also I think it’s probably the right time to let him leave. Frees up space in the team for the youngsters and allows us to refresh. I think it allows Pedro to get one last contract. 

I would like to keep hold of either Pedro or Willian. We need some senior faces. Pedro has won it all and although he is not the most vocal leader he is someone who people look up to.

Simon Johnson from The Athletic reporting that he is off to Roma next season. 

Also reporting that he isn't keen on seeing out the season post June 30 so he can get ready for Roma.

Sad if true, he has been a very solid player for us who we really need on the run in. He was criminally underused in the first part of the season. His goals and finishing in particular were badly missed.

39 minutes ago, Spiller86 said:

Simon Johnson from The Athletic reporting that he is off to Roma next season. 

Also reporting that he isn't keen on seeing out the season post June 30 so he can get ready for Roma.

Sad if true, he has been a very solid player for us who we really need on the run in. He was criminally underused in the first part of the season. His goals and finishing in particular were badly missed.

I've never been his biggest fan but I won't hesitate to acknowledge his contribution over the past few years. Always gives everything and had scored some vital goals, including some absolute beauties. It's time for him to move on and I wish him well in Rome.

Be a shame to lose him as I think he brings something to the team that no other player has in our squad, ironically its the same thing that made Lampard the amazing goalscorer he was, timing into the box. His runs behind defenders are fantastic and its a shame we never really got used to it, therefore never really got the best out of him. But I fully understand why he wouldnt want to play beyond his contract end, this is why this restart is a shambles.

If he's refusing to play i hope we aren't paying him until he goes to Roma.

47 minutes ago, RIP Mourinho said:

If he's refusing to play i hope we aren't paying him until he goes to Roma.

I haven't seen anything that says he's refusing to play

53 minutes ago, yorkleyblue said:

I haven't seen anything that says he's refusing to play

Don't think he's refusing, just his contract is up and he's not extending it to end the season due to now being a Roma player.  It would have been nice for him to finish the season, but I understand his situation so good luck to him.  I have a feeling Willian we be the same too.

4 minutes ago, DarkMata said:

Don't think he's refusing, just his contract is up and he's not extending it to end the season due to now being a Roma player.  It would have been nice for him to finish the season, but I understand his situation so good luck to him.  I have a feeling Willian we be the same too.

His Roma switch hasn't been confirmed yet, has it?

2 minutes ago, Valerie said:

His Roma switch hasn't been confirmed yet, has it?

Don't think so, but I think if he is signing for them or any other club it gives him good reason to not extend his contract with us.

1 hour ago, RIP Mourinho said:

If he's refusing to play i hope we aren't paying him until he goes to Roma.

Thats a very harsh leap mate, hes basically said he wont play beyond his contract end, he didnt mention not playing now.

 

2 hours ago, yorkleyblue said:

I haven't seen anything that says he's refusing to play

The usual media murmurings saying he won't play and risk an injury before he moves to Roma. Should have capitalised the 'if' at the start of my comment.

51 minutes ago, dkw said:

Thats a very harsh leap mate, hes basically said he wont play beyond his contract end, he didnt mention not playing now.

 

As above, i've seen some Chelsea journo's saying he doesn't want to play and risk an injury before his move.

14 minutes ago, RIP Mourinho said:

The usual media murmurings saying he won't play and risk an injury before he moves to Roma. Should have capitalised the 'if' at the start of my comment.

As above, i've seen some Chelsea journo's saying he doesn't want to play and risk an injury before his move.

Fair enough, then, but if his contract's up, it's up.  Perhaps a diplomatic ingrown toenail or case of the sh*ts for a couple of weeks would sort it.

Seems like hes almost definitely off, contract agreed with Roma.

Will definitely miss him, seems like a top professional and what an incredible career hes had! Upmost respect for this guy and hope he goes on to have a good career at Roma as well

Top class professional. He's been a great signing. Pity he didn't crown tonight with a goal. Good luck at Roma.

I think, in his time with us, that he's been a wonderful addition to the squad. Always acted as a true professional, played the game as if he enjoyed just being on the pitch with a smile of his face, and contributed some really meaningful goals and assists in clutch moments for the club. He joined us in the twilight of his career, but was always a real pro and I think the club benefitted from having him here. Hope he sees out his career in  good way at Roma and he'll be fondly remembered, at least by me, for his contributions at the club. The lad has won literally every competition in world football at least once, which is how you can tell he's a top top player, cheers Pedro, and thanks for your time at Chelsea!