Manchester City targets Chelsea winger Pedro Neto; Arsenal and Manchester United eye Ollie Watkins
Manchester City is reportedly considering Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as part of its strategy to identify potential wing targets. This development comes as several other transfer rumours circulate across European football.
Meanwhile, Ollie Watkins, the Aston Villa striker, is attracting significant attention from clubs in England and Europe. Manchester United and Arsenal are closely monitoring the player.
Premier League Transfer Movements
Reports indicate that Pedro Neto is among the names on Manchester City‘s radar as the club compiles a list of potential wing targets. This suggests a focus on strengthening their attacking options.
In other Premier League news, Aston Villa has reportedly rejected an approach from Fenerbahce for Ollie Watkins. The Turkish club was preparing a bid for the England international, but Villa made it clear they would not release him.
Arsenal is reportedly serious about Watkins, especially with discussions surrounding a potential departure for Gabriel Jesus. Mikel Arteta is looking for alternative attacking players, and Watkins is said to be a primary target for the Gunners.
Manchester United is also observing Watkins’ situation. The club’s interest is influenced by the possibility of Joshua Zirkzee moving to Serie A. Should Zirkzee join Juventus or Roma, United is expected to submit an official offer for Watkins.
The financial aspect may play a crucial role in any potential transfer for Watkins. Sources suggest that Aston Villa might consider offers for the striker, and the financial capacity of Premier League clubs could be a factor in persuading Villa to part with their player.
Elsewhere, Real Madrid is reportedly prepared to outbid PSG and Liverpool for RB Leipzig‘s Yan Diomande. Eddie Howe has stated uncertainty regarding Newcastle‘s ability to retain captain Bruno Guimaraes this summer, amidst increasing speculation linking him with a move to Arsenal.
Manchester United has reportedly been given a limited timeframe to finalise the signing of Roma midfielder Manu Kone. Liverpool‘s summer plans are facing potential disruption due to a transfer setback in their pursuit of Maghnes Akliouche.
Manchester City has offered a new five-year contract to Abdukodir Khusanov, believing he possesses the qualities to become a world-class central defender. Additionally, Manchester United‘s JJ Gabriel, at 15 years old, scored and assisted for the U21s shortly after being included in the first-team squad.
Developments in European and International Football
In European football, a 54-year-old man working on the Nou Camp renovation has died, with Barcelona extending support to his family.
In Scottish football, winger Vaclav Cerny is reportedly close to leaving Besiktas, with Rangers showing interest. Stephen Robinson sought permission from Andrew Fasanya‘s mother for the teenager to become Aberdeen‘s youngest debutant. Rangers and USA star Auston Trusty threw the first pitch at a baseball game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees. Daizen Maeda concluded his tenure with Celtic by sending an emotional letter to the club’s supporters.
On the international stage, Argentina president Javier Milei has criticised those who commented on the events that occurred at the World Cup.
These transfer discussions and football-related events were reported on Saturday, 25 July 2026.
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Source: skysports.com
