Déjà vu for Chelsea: ten years after the success of Victor Moses, the London club has once again found the perfect solution in converting a winger into a wing-back. This time, the hero is Pedro Neto. The Portuguese winger, who could have left the club for £100m last summer following a disappointing season and the departure of Enzo Maresca, is now shining in his new role under Xabi Alonso.
News about Pedro Neto
Chelsea winger Pedro Neto admitted he went through a "bit of a mad" time during the summer transfer window due to uncertainty surrounding his future. The Portuguese attracted interest from Manchester City, Al-Hilal, and Tottenham, but the Blues were determined to keep him, valuing him at £100 million and offering a new long-term contract until 2032.
Portuguese winger Pedro Neto has made an impressive start to the 2026/27 Premier League season, becoming a crucial player for Chelsea under manager Xabi Alonso. Neto, operating as a wing-back, has been given the freedom to attack while also fulfilling his defensive duties effectively.
Chelsea winger Pedro Neto has been named the best player of Matchday 7 in the Premier League, following a dazzling display in the home fixture against Everton. The Portuguese forward secured a brace, guiding his London side to a clean-sheet victory with a scoreline of 2-0.
The Premier League has officially unveiled the list of contenders for the Player of the Week award following an exciting seventh round of fixtures. Six standout players, who made significant contributions to their clubs' successes, have been nominated:
There’s a fierce competition brewing at Chelsea for the right-wing position. Current frontrunner under manager Xabi Alonso is Pedro Neto, who has racked up four goal contributions in seven appearances. However, talented youngsters Estevao and Giovanni Kenda are also pushing for a chance, with ambitions that require game time.
The 36-year-old midfielder at Chelsea, Jordan Henderson, remains hopeful about returning to the national team. The Englishman believes that his fresh start at his new club will help him demonstrate his ability to perform at the highest level.
Chelsea defender Yorrell Hato has praised the team's first clean sheet in the Premier League season, following their 2-0 victory over Everton.
The seventh round of the Premier League confirmed the serious intentions of the main title contenders. Manchester City secured a dramatic 3-2 home victory over Ipswich Town, highlighted by Phil Foden's return from a three-match suspension. The England midfielder marked his comeback with a goal, showing that the break has done him a world of good.
Chelsea secured an away victory against Everton, triumphing 2-0 at Hill Dickinson Stadium. The Portuguese winger Pedro Neto emerged as the main star of the match, netting both goals.









