Sources: Arsenal and Manchester City prepare to battle for €80m attacker in January

Chelsea winger Pedro Neto maintains his top position on international transfer shortlists as one of the market’s most sought-after talents.

Drawing attention with his performances in the opening weeks of the 2026/27 season, the experienced player has entered the radar of elite European clubs and Middle Eastern giants.

Clubs like Liverpool made contact to sign Neto during the summer transfer window.

Pedro Neto attracts Arsenal and Manchester City

Sources have informed CaughtOffside that Premier League title contenders Arsenal and Manchester City, alongside Saudi Pro League representative Al-Hilal, are among the clubs most interested in Pedro Neto. Inquiries made through representatives and international intermediaries indicate that the player’s name remains alive on the tables of other leading European powerhouses as well.

The agency and the player’s representatives are keeping lines open with the transfer committees of interested clubs to assess market conditions and lay the groundwork. Clubs closely tracking the player are expected to re-establish official contact with Chelsea’s board during the winter transfer window, guided by final reports from their scouting and data analytics teams.

Mikel Arteta’s side is seeking a dynamic, Premier League-proven game-changer to ease the workload on Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli in their wing rotation.

Manchester City is looking to increase frontline width and 1v1 execution down the flanks; Enzo Maresca’s side appreciates Neto’s explosive power in transition play and his tactical discipline.

Chelsea’s management and coaching staff view Pedro Neto as a valuable asset in their current project. However, the club remains prepared to consider incoming proposals for the Portuguese international.

According to internal club sources, the Stamford Bridge hierarchy’s expectations are believed to be around €70-80 million.