Rogers £117 m deal opens door for Pedro Neto Liverpool

Chelsea have completed the £117 million signing of Morgan Rogers, a deal that clears the way for a potential €50‑plus‑million move of Portuguese winger Pedro Neto Liverpool to Liverpool, as the Reds seek a replacement for Mohamed Salah after his departure.

Anfield Index reported Liverpool's legitimate interest early this month, noting that the Portuguese winger fits the Red's 3‑4‑3 formation. The analysis highlighted how Neto's pace and work‑rate would complement the system's wide roles.

Liverpool now face a pressing need for a new winger after Mohamed Salah's departure. The Anfield Index report confirmed the club's focus on the 21‑year‑old, who emerged as a Wolves prospect before joining Chelsea.

Chelsea have indicated they are open to selling Neto and would accept a fee of over €50 million. The Athletic notes that Neto is not listed on Chelsea’s ‘not to be sold’ register, suggesting the club is prepared to let him leave.

Neto is viewed as a potential successor to Salah, offering Liverpool a player of similar age and profile. The Athletic points out that the club’s current winger shortage aligns with this proposition.

Manager Xabi Alonso is expected to continue his 3‑4‑3 system at Liverpool, which relies on Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer supporting the striker. This leaves limited space for Neto at Chelsea, where the new signing is already earmarked for a key role.

The £117 million Rogers transaction signals Chelsea’s intent to fund new signings. Analysts suggest the club may use a Neto sale to help finance the deal.

Liverpool’s requirement for a winger in Neto’s age bracket makes the Portuguese international an attractive target. The club is likely to monitor negotiations closely as the summer window progresses.

Finalising the transfer will depend on agreeing a fee acceptable to both sides, Chelsea’s willingness to publicise the sale, and Liverpool’s need to navigate squad planning ahead of the new season. Both clubs must align on timing to ensure the deal is completed before preseason preparations begin.