BREAKING: Arsenal enquire about surprise move for £70m Chelsea winger

Arsenal are interested in a surprise summer move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto. — *Photo: Getty Images*

Arsenal are reportedly interested in a surprise summer move for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto.

The Gunners are expected to further strengthen their attack before the transfer window closes.

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Mikel Arteta’s side have already brought in Greek winger Christos Tzolis, but he is viewed as a direct replacement for Leandro Trossard, who joined Besiktas earlier this summer.

Arsenal have also signed goalkeeper Illan Meslier and, most recently, midfielder Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle United.

After missing out on Vinicius Junior, the club have turned their attention to alternative winger targets, with PSG’s Bradley Barcola and Barcelona’s Ferran Torres among those linked.

Now, a new name has emerged on Arsenal’s radar.

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Arsenal make contact with Pedro Neto’s representatives

According to Chelsea journalist Simon Phillips, Arsenal are interested in a potential move for Pedro Neto.

It is understood that Arsenal have informed the Portuguese winger’s representatives of their interest in signing the 26-year-old.

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Chelsea are open to selling Neto this summer and have set an asking price of around £70m.

Neto’s current contract at Stamford Bridge runs until the summer of 2031.

What happens next?

Arsenal are set to step up their plans as the summer transfer window now officially open, with the club continuing to hold internal discussions over potential targets. Mikel Arteta and Andrea Berta are both believed to be actively assessing several options as preparations for next season continue behind the scenes.

The Gunners are expected to be among the busiest Premier League clubs this summer, with several positions under review. Any move will ultimately depend on availability, financial conditions and how Arsenal prioritise their targets during the transfer window.

The bigger picture

Arsenal’s recruitment team continues to focus on players who fit the club’s long-term strategy under Mikel Arteta. Technical quality, tactical intelligence and versatility remain key attributes as the club assesses potential additions ahead of the new campaign.

The club has consistently looked to add players capable of improving both the starting XI and overall squad depth, particularly with the demands of competing in the Premier League and Champions League. Arsenal are expected to strengthen multiple areas of the squad this summer and continue to monitor opportunities across Europe and South America.

Arsenal are expected to make several important decisions regarding the composition of the squad this summer. While strengthening key areas remains a priority, the club could also consider offers for certain players if it helps fund new arrivals and maintain financial flexibility.

Securing the futures of key players remains just as important as making new signings. Arsenal have worked hard to build one of the strongest squads in Europe, and maintaining stability within the group will be crucial as the club looks to continue competing for major honours.

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