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Pedro Neto transfer interest subsides as he remains at club

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2026-08-18 09:39 UTC → 2026-09-05 00:59 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Pedro Neto transfer ~~moves toward Al Hilal~~ interest subsides as he remains at club

By mid-August 2026, the pursuit of Pedro Neto by Premier League clubs appeared to be superseded by interest from the Saudi Pro League. While Manchester City, Arsenal, and Tottenham Hotspur had previously expressed interest, Chelsea’s valuation—ranging between €60 million and £80 million—remained a significant obstacle for English sides. On 15 August, reports indicated that Neto had reached personal terms with Al Hilal. Negotiations shifted toward finalizing a club-to-club agreement between Chelsea and the Saudi Arabian side, which would allow Chelsea to recoup a substantial portion of their initial investment. By 17 August, Manchester City’s pursuit of the Portuguese winger cooled. Following reports that Al Hilal had reached an agreement on both personal and club-to-club terms with Chelsea, Manchester City ceased its pursuit of Neto. Manager Enzo Maresca indicated that the club intends to make other signings to bolster the squad before the transfer window closes. As negotiations ~~progress,~~ progressed, Chelsea’s valuation of the 26-year-old ~~has~~ fluctuated. While initial demands were reported around £70 million, Chelsea ~~has~~ significantly increased its asking price, reportedly seeking close to £100 million (€117 million) to sanction a transfer. This decision ~~follows~~ followed recent squad reinforcements, including the arrivals of Morgan Rogers, Geovany Quenda, and Emmanuel ~~Emegha, which have provided the club with more depth in attacking positions.~~ Emegha. Despite ~~facing injury challenges, Neto recorded 10 goals~~ the intense summer interest from Al Hilal and ~~10 assists across 52 appearances last season after joining~~ several Premier League clubs, Neto remained at Chelsea ~~from Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2024~~ through the close of the transfer window. Reports suggest his refusal to actively push for ~~£54 million.~~ an exit, combined with Chelsea’s £100 million valuation, deterred potential suitors. Neto has since continued his role under manager Xabi Alonso, with his future expected to be reassessed in January based on his playing time.

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