Chelsea has made headlines by securing Morgan Rogers, but their most critical signing was undoubtedly Joao Pedro. Acquired from Brighton for £60m, Pedro has emerged as a phenomenal asset, scoring 25 goals in his first 56 games. At just 24 years old, he continues to enhance his game, proving to be a bargain in an era of inflated transfer fees.

Since joining Chelsea, Pedro made an immediate impact, contributing significantly to their success, including winning the Club World Cup. This season, he has already tallied four goal contributions in just two matches, showcasing his potent attacking prowess.

As Arsenal prepares to face Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium, the Gunners are reminded of what they lack in their frontline. Arsenal's own signing, Viktor Gyokeres, though promising, has not yet matched Pedro's output. Despite initial excitement over Gyokeres’ arrival from Sporting Lisbon, he finds himself behind Kai Havertz in the team hierarchy.

Interestingly, Arsenal had expressed interest in signing Rogers this summer, yet they already possess a similar talent in Eberechi Eze. With summer addition Christos Tzolis also making strides, the Gunners may find themselves better served by pursuing a player like Joao Pedro, whose impact could surpass that of an elite attacking midfielder.

The market's current landscape means Arsenal might struggle to find a deal as valuable as Pedro’s. Other clubs also overpaid for strikers last summer, confirming that Chelsea's acquisition of Pedro stands out as one of the most intelligent investments during the Clearlake era.