Chelsea winger Pedro Neto is closing in on a transfer exit after agreeing personal terms with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, despite interest from Manchester City, Arsenal, and Tottenham. The 26-year-old has been a mainstay in the Chelsea team over the last two seasons, making over 100 appearances for the Blues since his £54m move from Wolves. Neto’s departure is set to continue Chelsea’s remarkable spending spree, with the club bringing in over ten new signings this summer, including the £117m signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.

It’s being reported by Sky Switzerland that the forward has agreed personal terms to link up with Portugal teammates Ruben Neves and Joao Cancelo at the Saudi outfit. Al Hilal are reportedly prepared to pay Chelsea around €60m (£51m) to secure Neto’s signature. This move comes as a surprise, given the interest from top Premier League clubs, but it seems Neto is keen on a new challenge. He didn’t hide his desire for a summer move, and it appears he’s found a new home in Saudi Arabia.

The news will likely have implications for Chelsea’s upcoming season, with the club set to start their Premier League campaign against west London rivals Fulham on Monday, August 24. They’ll also face Luton Town in the Carabao Cup just three days later. Neto’s departure will give other players a chance to step up, but it’s a significant loss for the Blues. He’s been an important player for the team, and his experience will be missed.

Meanwhile, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Tottenham will be disappointed to have missed out on Neto’s signature. They’ve all been linked with the winger, but it seems they’ve been beaten to the punch by Al Hilal. The Saudi Pro League side has been making waves in the transfer market, and this signing is a major coup for them. It’s a testament to the growing appeal of the Saudi Pro League, with top players like Neto choosing to move to the Middle East.

As the transfer window continues to heat up, fans will be eagerly waiting to see what other moves are made. Chelsea will be looking to replace Neto, while Manchester City, Arsenal, and Tottenham will be searching for alternative targets. It’s going to be an interesting few weeks, with plenty of twists and turns in the world of football. For now, though, the focus is on Neto’s move to Al Hilal, and what it means for his career and the future of the Saudi Pro League.