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Former France international Emmanuel Petit has suggested that Chelsea's striker "curse" may have impacted Joao Pedro.
Petit believes that Pedro's performance has declined after the Brazilian initially impressed at the club.
It is worth noting that Pedro made a summer transfer to the Premier League club from Brighton a few months ago.
In an interview with Snabbre, the Frenchman stated: “The striker curse might have affected Joao Pedro at Chelsea."
“It's strange. Honestly, I was very impressed with him when he debuted at the Club World Cup, and he continued to perform well when he returned during the summer,” he continued.
“However, week after week, his performance has been declining,” he added.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Emmanuel Petit mean by the "striker curse"?
Emmanuel Petit refers to a phenomenon where strikers at Chelsea struggle to maintain consistent performance, which he believes may have affected Joao Pedro.
How has Joao Pedro's performance changed since joining Chelsea?
Joao Pedro started strongly at Chelsea but has seen a decline in his performance over the weeks since his transfer.
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