Manchester City declined Chelsea’s asking prices for Malo Gusto and Pedro Neto
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Manchester City pursued three Chelsea players during the summer transfer window, but ultimately acquired only Enzo Fernandez. Reports indicate that City scouted both Malo Gusto and Pedro Neto as potential reinforcements. The club abandoned interest in these two players because they were unwilling to meet the financial demands set by Chelsea. Specifically, City rejected an £80 million asking price for Malo Gusto. While Manchester City viewed Pedro Neto as an ideal winger, the club chose not to pursue a deal due to the anticipated fee. Chelsea remains active in other transfer business, having recently navigated negotiations involving Manu Kone and Lamine Camara.
- •Manchester City completed the signing of Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea this summer.
- •City abandoned plans to sign Malo Gusto after refusing an £80 million asking price.
- •The club scouted Pedro Neto extensively but declined to pursue him due to transfer costs.
- •Chelsea held internal discussions regarding potential deals for Manu Kone and Lamine Camara.
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Athletic claim Chelsea priced Man City out of two players despite getting Enzo done
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