EPL: Chelsea Announce Squad Numbers for Players Ahead of 2026/2027 Season

EPL: Chelsea announce squad numbers for players ahead of 2026/2027 season

Chelsea have confirmed their official squad numbers ahead of the 2026/2027 season. One of the biggest changes sees Joao Pedro taking the No. 9 shirt from Liam Delap. Pedro only arrived at Stamford Bridge last season but enjoyed an impressive debut campaign, scoring 20 goals and providing nine assists across all competitions. Delap will now […] EPL: Chelsea announce squad numbers for players ahead of 2026/2027 season

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João Pedro Becomes 12th Chelsea Player to Wear the Number 9 Shirt Since 2004

João Pedro has taken Chelsea’s number 9 shirt, becoming the 12th player to wear it since 2004. The number has long carried pressure, with many past holders struggling to perform consistently.

Chelsea Confirm 2026/27 Squad Numbers as João Pedro Takes No. 9 Shirt

Chelsea have officially confirmed their squad numbers for the 2026/27 season, with several notable changes reflecting the club's reshaped squad under new head coach Xabi Alonso. The standout switch sees João Pedro inherit the famous No. 9 shirt, rewarding the Brazilian after an outstanding campaign that saw him named Chelsea's Player of the Year. The move also signals the club's faith in him as their leading striker heading into the new season. …

Liam Delap Loses No. 9 Shirt in Shocking Snub, Receives...

CHELSEA have revealed their shirt numbers for the 2026/27 season. And the announcement has confirmed has been stripped of the No9 shirt. Liam Delap has been st... #football, #sport, #premierleague, #chelsea, #enzomaresca, #liamdelap, #joaopedro, #liamrosenior, #flyingeze

Why Chelsea fans are frustrated by Joao Pedro's jersey decision

Chelsea fans express concern over Joao Pedro's switch to the No.9 shirt for 2026/27, fearing the infamous curse surrounding the number may affect his promising form.