Chelsea set to sign Tottenham top transfer target, reports

Chelsea has just locked in Pedro Neto from Wolves, leaving Tottenham bummed out. According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, the deal is set at €60 million (£51.4 million) for the Portuguese winger, with extras possibly bumping it up to €63 million (£54 million).

Pedro Neto had been a key transfer target for Tottenham this summer as they sought to bolster their attacking options.

The 24-year-old winger, known for his impressive skills and one-on-one ability, seemed like an ideal fit for Spurs' manager, Ange Postecoglou’s tactical setup. However, despite Tottenham's interest, Chelsea has successfully secured his services.

Neto’s signing is a big investment for Chelsea, who met Wolverhampton’s asking price. They’ve already sorted out personal terms with Neto, and a medical is coming up soon.

This move fits into Chelsea’s larger plan to strengthen their squad, although their transfer strategy has been a hot topic of discussion lately.

Neto’s career has been marked by flashes of brilliance, but also marred by injury concerns. Over the past four seasons, he has missed 102 games due to injuries, according to Transfermarkt.

Despite these setbacks, Neto has caught the eye of several top clubs, including Manchester City and Liverpool, highlighting his potential and appeal.

Chelsea set to sign Tottenham top transfer target, reports

For Tottenham, the loss of Neto is a significant blow, particularly given his alignment with their tactical needs. The club still has time to navigate the transfer market, with the window remaining open for nearly three weeks.

There are other potential targets like Eberechi Eze who could fit their needs, but losing Neto is undoubtedly a setback.

The transfer window has been full of ups and downs, and Chelsea grabbing Neto just adds to the chaos. Their transfer strategy has been a bit all over the place, with a squad so bloated it includes seven goalkeepers.

Plus, their sketchy move to sell the women’s team to dodge financial penalties hasn’t gone unnoticed.

Chelsea snatching Pedro Neto right from under Tottenham’s nose really shows how cutthroat and unpredictable this transfer window is.