Liverpool are eyeing Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as a potential replacement for Mohamed Salah.

 English Premier League giants Liverpool are reportedly targeting Chelsea winger Pedro Neto to replace Mohamed Salah, who officially left Anfield in the 2026 summer transfer window. The desire to recruit the Portuguese footballer emerged after the Reds' top target, RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande, opted to join Paris Saint-Germain. News of Neto's interest in a move to Liverpool was first reported by the social media account indykaila News on Monday, July 6, 2026, which stated that the player was ready to move if the two clubs reached an agreement.

Although Liverpool management has not yet submitted a formal offer to Chelsea, the 26-year-old's interest in the Reds' future project under coach Andoni Iraola is a crucial factor.

Neto was signed by Chelsea from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2024 for a transfer fee of £54 million. His performances were impressive, making 103 appearances, scoring 13 goals, and providing 13 assists during his time with the Blues. Last season, the winger appeared in 52 matches across all competitions, starting 43 of them, and contributing 10 goals and 10 assists.

Chelsea management is reportedly willing to consider releasing Neto if there is an offer of at least 50 million pounds sterling, even though the player is still tied to a long-term contract until 2031. Neto's current market value is estimated to reach 60 to 70 million euros, which is a financial challenge for Liverpool.

Efforts to sign Neto also face the obstacle of Chelsea's reluctance to sell their key player to a domestic rival, compounded by the player's recurring injury history. In addition to monitoring Neto to add depth to the squad following the arrival of Victor Munoz from Osasuna, Liverpool are also reportedly monitoring the situations of Bradley Barcola at PSG, Said El Mala at Cologne, and Matias Fernandez-Pardo at Lille.