Arsenal target Neto as Chelsea chase Gordon - FootballTransfers Recap

Suraj Radia

Updated: 23 Aug 2022 22:40 BST
4 min read

Juventus interested in Pedro Neto deal — © ProShots

With the new season underway and the transfer window heading into the final stages, clubs are starting to ramp up their business before the end of the month.

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Arsenal have identified Pedro Neto as a priority target while Chelsea are looking to secure a deal for Everton's Anthony Gordon among others.

Take a look back at some of the best stories from another busy day on FootballTransfers.

Arsenal worried about affording Pedro Neto

Arsenal are interested in Wolverhampton Wanderers’ winger Pedro Neto, but the deal may prove quite difficult to complete in the remaining days of the transfer window.

The Gunners wish to add more attacking depth to their team for the rest of the season, especially with Nicholas Pepe closing in on a loan move away from the club.

Chelsea preparing mega £60 million offer for Everton's Anthony Gordon

Anthony Gordon, Everton, 2021/22 — © ProShots

Chelsea are set to step up their interest in Everton’s Anthony Gordon, as the club are keen to bring in Thomas Tuchel’s primary target, according to The Athletic.

The Blues are ready to pay big for Gordon offering £50 million plus £10 million in potential add-ons for the 21-year-old winger, and the player is keen on a move too.

The latest on Chelsea's transfer pursuit of Wesley Fofana

Wesley Fofana, Leicester City, Chelsea, 2022/23 — © ProShots

Chelsea have had a third bid rejected by Leicester for Wesley Fofana as they look to step up their chase for a defender before the transfer window closes.

The Frenchman missed Leicester's 2-1 loss to Southampton due to the speculation and Foxes' boss Brendan Rodgers will assess whether Fofana is ready to face Chelsea in their next game.

Cody Gakpo: PSV star willing to join Man Utd

Cody Gakpo would be willing to join Manchester United should the English club make a concrete offer for him to PSV in the coming days, ahead of transfer deadline day.

Erik ten Hag has been an admirer of Gakpo’s talents having seen first-hand how can be as he was named Dutch Footballer of the Year last season.

Chelsea transfers: Rafael Leao emerges as Aubameyang alternative

Rafael Leao, Milan, 2021/22 — © ProShots

Chelsea have been in the market for a new forward as of late to help their toothless attack and get some goals in the team after a slow start to the season.

The Blues have only won once this season – on the opening day of the season – and their most recent result was a 3-0 defeat against Leeds United, where they struggled in attack.

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