Premier League
Manchester City has established direct contact with the entourage of Pedro Neto, a 26-year-old winger from Chelsea, to address his transfer in this summer transfer market. It is the new request from Enzo Maresca.
The Manchester club is preparing an economic proposal that is around £70 million ($100.9 million) at the request of coach Enzo Maresca, who is looking to reunite with the Portuguese international after having managed him in his previous spell at Stamford Bridge.
Enzo Maresca's Request for Manchester City's Forward Line
As reported by journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Manchester City leadership has initiated efforts to recruit Neto in light of the possible departure of Savinho to Tottenham. The 26-year-old striker is a priority for Enzo Maresca, who is already familiar with his abilities having worked together at Chelsea.
According to The Sun, the board of Stamford Bridge is open to negotiating the sale of the player for a figure close to £70 million. Additionally, the tactical system of 3-4-2-1 employed by Xabi Alonso at the London club reduces the natural fit for pure wingers, making a transfer feasible before the start of official competitions.
Competition in the Premier League and AC Milan's Interest
Tottenham keeps the Portuguese player on their list of alternatives in case they fail to secure Savinho. Meanwhile, AC Milan has also inquired about Neto, but the player has prioritized staying in the Premier League to continue his career under Maresca's guidance.
Alongside Manchester City's movements, the international market sees progress from Turkish club Trabzonspor in finalizing the signing of Mohamed Salah. The Trabzon team is leading negotiations with the 34-year-old forward's agents, leading Besiktas to pause discussions after reaching a verbal agreement for a contract of 1 season with an option for 1 more.
The executives of Manchester City and the board of Chelsea have scheduled a formal meeting for the second week of August 2026. Manchester City aims to fast-track the definitive agreement before August 15 so that Neto can join Enzo Maresca's squad before the beginning of the Premier League.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El City elige al sustituto de Savinho: Fichaje de 100M
