Transfer Talk: Gunners set sights on Neto

Arsenal are keen on bringing Wolves star Pedro Neto to North London before the transfer window closes on September 1.

The Gunners have had a flawless start to the new campaign, but are still looking to strengthen their squad, report The Athletic.

Neto, 22, has thrived at Molineux, scoring nine and assisting 10 goals in the top flight since joining Wolves in 2019.

His performances have caught the eye of Arsenal, but they are said to be unable to spend an excessive amount.

The potential deal would see Neto replace Nicolas Pepe, who is set to be shipped out on loan having failed to live up to his £72million price tag.

Transfer expert and journalist David Ornstein has revealed that the Gunners have been in talks with Neto's agent Jorge Mendes for over a month.

However, Wolves are said to be unwilling to sell the Portuguese talent, making the deal a very tricky one to finalise.

Neto can play in a variety of positions, including on the wing or as a false nine — but Arsenal would have to fork out a small fortune to land his services. 

In other news

Manchester United are likely to sign only one of Antony or Cody Gakpo this summer, report The Telegraph.

According to Calciomercato, AC Milan have made another approach for Tottenham defender Japhet Tanganga, with the 23-year-old keen on regular game time.

The Evening Standard report that Tottenham, Roma and Inter Milan are all interested in signing 23-year-old defender Trevoh Chalobah from Chelsea.