Chelsea winger Pedro Neto has emerged as a potential transfer option for Liverpool this summer, with the Portugal international believed to have been the subject of discussions between the two Premier League clubs, according to icfootballnews sources.
The winger, who joined Chelsea from Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2024, is understood to be admired by Liverpool’s recruitment team as they continue to assess wide attacking reinforcements ahead of the new season.
Neto’s pace, direct dribbling and ability to operate on either flank have made him a long-standing standout in the Premier League when fit, despite an injury-hit spell in recent years.
Reports suggest that exploratory talks have taken place between Liverpool and Chelsea regarding the winger’s availability, although no formal offer has yet been submitted. The nature of those discussions remains unclear, with it believed to be part of broader conversations involving multiple potential targets rather than a single focused negotiation.
Liverpool’s interest is said to be driven by a desire to add more depth and versatility in wide attacking areas. Now that Mohamed Salah has left, the need for long-term succession planning and rotation options has become increasingly important given the intensity of domestic and European schedules.
Neto’s profile is seen as a strong tactical fit for Liverpool’s high-tempo attacking system, with his ability to stretch defences and transition quickly from defence to attack making him an appealing option. However, concerns over his injury record are also expected to be a factor in any internal assessment.
CHELSEA, meanwhile, are not believed to be actively seeking to offload the Portugal international, having only recently integrated him into their long-term squad rebuild.
Any potential deal would likely require a significant fee, reflecting both his age and Premier League experience, as well as the premium typically attached to direct attacking players in the current market.
Despite speculation, sources close to both clubs suggest that discussions remain at an early stage, with no agreement in place and no clear indication that negotiations will progress into formal transfer talks at this time.
Transfer interest in Neto is not limited to Liverpool with several European clubs also thought to be monitoring his situation should CHELSEA reconsider their stance in future windows.
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