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Arsenal join race for Chelsea's Pedro Neto as odds slashed

Arsenal have emerged as suitors for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto, with insider reports and shifting bookmaker odds suggesting the Gunners are serious contenders for the Portugal international.

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·10 Aug·2 min read
Exclusive claims Arsenal join Man City in chase for Premier League winger with elite work rate
Exclusive claims Arsenal join Man City in chase for Premier League winger with elite work ratePhotograph: Wikimedia Commons

Pedro Neto looks to be moving closer to joining Arsenal as some top UK bookmakers slash his odds on a switch across the capital. While City remain the favourites to secure his signature by the end of the window at odds of 4/9 with a top UK bookmaker, Arsenal have now seen their odds slashed to 3/1. Al-Hilal are 7/2 as it stands, while Spurs come in at 5/1 and Liverpool are priced at 8/1.

Neto was a regular starter for Chelsea last season as he registered 13 goals and 10 assists in 58 appearances. The Portugal international also made five starts at the World Cup before they were knocked out at the last 16 stage. He has often divided opinions among fans and neutrals, but sources have revealed to Football Insider that Man City are interested in Neto, while Arsenal have also joined the race for his services.

Chelsea FC journalist Simon Phillips has now backed our claim about Chelsea owners, BlueCo, being willing to sell Neto.

As you’d expect, Chelsea are “open to receiving offers” for Neto rather than having him “up for sale.”

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