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“Class”, “Massive player” – Some fans laud “creative” £16m signing who is a “breath of fresh air”

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Wolverhampton Wanderers enjoyed a 3-0 win over Everton on Sunday afternoon, ending their two-game losing run in the Premier League, and Pedro Neto was one of many players lauded by supporters for his performance. The 20-year-old was given a rare league start but vindicated the decision by making a brilliant assist for Leander Dendoncker. Fans were delighted with his contribution before he had to go off in the second half with injury.

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Against Everton, Neto played for 55 minutes, had 43 touches, won one aerial duel, completed 90.9% of his 33 passes, created one chance which was an assist, whipped in five crosses with 40% finding a teammate, had 100% accuracy from his long balls, had two dribbles, won one free-kick and gave away one foul.

The 20-year-old joined Wolves from Lazio for £16.1m last summer and has gone on to make 40 appearances in all competitions, scoring five goals with five assists. Neto has impressed in his debut season and has played in a lot of games, but he’s only started eight times in the Premier League.

Fans are excited by the youngster’s potential, but stiff competition from Adama Traore, Diogo Jota and Daniel Podence may cut down his minutes.

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