According to well-known reporter Romano, Chelsea stepped up its promotion of Joao Pedro's transfer transaction, and both of Newcastle's offers were rejected by Brighton.

Romano revealed that Gittens received a physical examination from Chelsea yesterday. After finalizing the Dortmund winger, Chelsea focused on introducing Brighton striker Joao Pedro.

Chelsea stepped up negotiations on Joao Pedro's transfer and actively promoted the deal, and Newcastle's two previous offers for Joao Pedro were rejected by Brighton.