Report: Chelsea forward wanted by two Premier League rivals in January

Chelsea winger Pedro Neto is attracting significant interest from Premier League rivals Arsenal and Manchester City, as well as Saudi club Al-Hilal. While Chelsea views him as a valuable asset, the club is reportedly open to offers in the €70-80 million range.
Why it matters
High-profile transfer rumors involving elite clubs significantly impact team valuations and competitive dynamics in the Premier League.
Pedro Neto is firmly back in the transfer conversation, with Caught Offside reporting that the Chelsea winger remains high on several major shortlists after an eye-catching start to the 2026/27 season.
The report states that Neto is among the most in-demand wide players on the market, with Premier League rivals and Saudi interest all active in the background. It adds that "Clubs like Liverpool made contact to sign Neto during the summer transfer window", underlining that this is not a fresh theme, but one that has carried through from recent months.
According to the report, "Premier League title contenders Arsenal and Manchester City, alongside Saudi Pro League representative Al-Hilal, are among the clubs most interested in Pedro Neto." That interest appears to be at an exploratory stage for now, with "Inquiries made through representatives and international intermediaries" showing that the player remains firmly under consideration across multiple elite-level recruitment departments.
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