Arsenal Joins Manchester City in Race for Pedro Neto

Arsenal has joined the race to sign Portuguese winger Pedro Neto from Chelsea, as Manchester City also shows interest in acquiring the player's services during the current summer transfer window.

Simon Phillips, a close source to Chelsea, has revealed that Arsenal is exploring the possibility of entering the race to sign Neto, after the Portuguese winger was previously linked with a transfer to Manchester City.

Neto has been a key figure for Chelsea since his transfer from Wolverhampton, and he appears to be part of Xabi Alonso's plans should he remain with the team, with the possibility of being relied upon in the wing-back position.

Chelsea needs to sell a number of players alongside making new signings, as the team has a large number of players. Meanwhile, the lack of European competition for the club could reduce playing time for some individuals.

According to 'CaughtOffside', Chelsea is open to receiving offers for Neto, but they do not list the player among those available for sale, meaning that his departure would require a strong offer to convince the club to agree.

Chelsea could receive a strong offer amid interest from Arsenal and Manchester City in the player. Meanwhile, Neto's own position could influence his future if he decides to push for a move, something he has not done so far.