Like Benzema & as good as Haaland - Alonso on Joao Pedro

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has publicly compared striker Joao Pedro to Real Madrid legend Karim Benzema and Manchester City forward Erling Haaland. Alonso noted that the 24-year-old Brazilian international shares a similar playing style with Benzema and currently performs at a level comparable to Haaland.

This assessment follows Joao Pedro's strong start to the season, during which he recorded two goals and two assists in his first three appearances. The comments highlight the manager's high regard for the forward's recent contributions to the team's performance.