João Félix and Chelsea: this combination promises to reignite the brilliance of the Portuguese striker, who is now on the verge of wearing the Blues' shirt again permanently. After a loan spell in 2022/2023, the Portuguese has already given the green light to return to the London club, and negotiations between Chelsea and Atlético de Madrid are progressing rapidly. The proposal on the table is around 60 million euros, according to Portuguese newspaper A Bola, and it seems that it's a deal that will please everyone involved.
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The relationship between João Félix and Diego Simeone has always been complicated, and with the heavy atmosphere, one would have to leave. In this case, the Portuguese. Despite being one of the most expensive signings in Atlético's history, the partnership between club and player never bore the expected fruit. Since arriving at Metropolitano in 2019 for an astronomical 127 million euros, João Félix has never managed to establish himself as the star player the Colchoneros were hoping for. And, let's face it, the marriage was doomed to divorce from the first friction.
When he was loaned to Chelsea, João Félix had the chance to show his talent in the Premier League, albeit for a short time. In 20 games, he scored four goals. Chelsea, in their search for a new direction, saw in João Félix a player capable of bringing the creativity they lacked in the attacking sector. And now, with a definitive negotiation underway, the London club seems to be betting on the promise that João Félix can finally find his form in England.
On the other hand, Atlético de Madrid see João Félix's permanent departure as an opportunity to recoup part of the investment made in the young talent. With the sale, the club can not only relieve the payroll, but also reinvest in players who fit better into Simeone's scheme. And for the player, a return to Chelsea represents a new chance to shine. After all, it's a win-win.
Félix's agent, Jorge Mendes, plays a crucial role in this transaction. His presence in London reinforces the seriousness of the negotiations, and if it's up to him, the deal will be finalized soon. Mendes, one of the most influential businessmen in the world of soccer, knows that this transfer could be decisive in revitalizing his client's career. João Félix, at the age of 24, still has a lot to offer, and Chelsea seems to be the right place for him to finally break through.
What's more, it's important to note that Chelsea also stand to gain from signing João Félix. With the need to rebuild a competitive squad, the London club is betting on the Portuguese's youth and talent to lead the team into a new cycle. Félix, a good passer, especially in attack, could be the missing piece to give Chelsea a touch of creativity.
From the player's own point of view, this transfer represents a new opportunity to prove his worth. After a difficult situation at Atlético Madrid, João Félix has the chance to rewrite his history in the Premier League.
The expectation now is that the parties involved will reach a final agreement in the next few days. And if all goes as expected, João Félix will be back at Chelsea, with the mission of showing that he deserved every penny invested in him. For Atlético de Madrid, the relief of ending a soap opera that had been dragging on for years. For Chelsea, the hope that João Félix will play some good games and find the form that many have been waiting for. And for the player, the chance to finally break through in a league that values his style of play.