Pedro Neto’s decision as Arsenal identified him as top summer target

In response to Manchester City’s interest, Arsenal has named Portuguese international Pedro Neto as a key summer target.

Arsenal is eager to bolster its assault in preparation for the upcoming campaign, and they have their sights set on Pedro Neto, according to a report from Give Me Sport. The Portuguese winger has gradually moved up the ladder, and the £60 million-rated player is now the Gunners’ top priority target as the transfer window approaches.

Since 2019, Neto has been a member of the Wolves team. He has been a reliable performer for them throughout the years, going from strength to strength. Despite injuries making the 2023–24 season less than stellar, he still has three goals and eleven assists in just 24 games.

The former Lazio winger is scheduled to play for Portugal in the Euros, and his results in the continental competition may spark even more interest in him. Clubs are eager to try and pry him away from Wolves, even though he still has almost three years remaining on his contract.

Neto and Guardiola’s team are connected.

Among the teams that have been connected to the 24-year-old is Manchester City. Manchester City believes Neto could be a huge asset to the team, and they are constantly searching for players to add to their roster.

His skill with the ball, ability to dribble past opponents, ability to score goals, and versatility in attacking play make him an excellent fit for Pep Guardiola’s system of play. Arsenal is also in the mix, even though Manchester City has been following Neto for a time and would want to sign him.

After experiencing yet another setback in the race for the championship, the Gunners are eager to bolster their roster even more. They come in second behind Guardiola’s squad, and manager Mikel Arteta is in internal talks with sports director Edu about strategies to strengthen the team.

Arsenal’s first priority is to sign Neto as a new winger.

An out-and-wide player is what Arsenal wants to sign. They are looking for a player who can challenge Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli for a spot in the starting lineup. Although Michael Olise and Nico Williams were top picks for Arsenal, it won’t be simple to sign either of them.

The star player for Athletic Club is demanding a high salary, and Crystal Palace is unwilling to let go of Olise. Neto has risen up their shortlist as a result, and they intend to sign him in the summer.

Wolves are reportedly seeking approximately £80 million for the 24-year-old, and according to the source, Arsenal won’t start a formal negotiation until it’s evident that their opponents are prepared to accept an offer that meets their realistic criteria of £60 million.