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Exclusive says Chelsea star “seeing specialist” as he races to get fit for Premier League return

Chelsea striker Joao Pedro has been seeing a knee specialist in London as he races to be fit for the resumption of the season. If…

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 11:12 AM
Exclusive says Chelsea star “seeing specialist” as he races to get fit for Premier League return
Key Things to Know
  • Joao Pedro is seeing a knee specialist in London to accelerate his injury recovery.
  • The 25-year-old missed Chelsea's fixture against Brentford prior to the international break.
  • Chelsea are hoping the forward can return in time to face Bournemouth.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has reportedly consulted a knee specialist in London during the international break in a bid to accelerate his recovery. The 25-year-old was absent from Chelsea's lineup against Brentford prior to the break, sparking concerns about the severity of his condition.

According to an exclusive report from the Evening Standard, the striker is racing to regain fitness ahead of Chelsea's upcoming match against Bournemouth. Initial reports from Brazil had indicated he could face approximately four weeks on the sidelines following the knee injury.

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