João Félix might return to Benfica this season. The Portuguese top club is working on a return of the 23-year-old attacker, who is allowed to leave Atlético Madrid.
Benfica continues: “Talks about spectacular return João Félix”
It was only four years ago that Félix set a new transfer record at Benfica. His move to Atlético involved a transfer fee of 127.2 million euros. Never before had Benfica received such a high amount for a player. In Madrid, the 31-time international failed to live up to expectations. Diego Simeone became less and less convinced of Félix’s qualities and already gave the green light for a loan period at Chelsea in January.
After six months as a mercenary in London, Félix now faces a new adventure. At Atlético, the shadow striker is seen as the fifth attacker, behind Antoine Griezmann, Álvaro Morata, Memphis Depay and Ángel Correa. According to various Spanish media, the record acquisition may leave again.
The policymakers at Benfica see a unique opportunity and want to entice Félix to return to Lisbon. According to Record, negotiations between Benfica president Rui Silva and representatives of Atlético are already underway. Benfica is committed to hiring the top talent for one season who flowed through from their own training. Félix would also be high on the list at Paris Saint-Germain, in case Kylian Mbappé or Neymar leave this summer. Benfica can act faster.
Roger Schmidt’s selection has already been strengthened considerably on the way to the new season. Kökçü, who came over from Feyenoord, must become a leader in midfield. In addition, an old acquaintance has already been brought in this transfer period with Ángel Di María. The 35-year-old Argentine world champion already played for Benfica between 2007 and 2010. He has now come over from Juventus on a free transfer.
Atlético gives a clear signal to João Félix when handing out kit numbers
Atlético Madrid has given João Félix’s shirt number 7 to Antoine Griezmann for the new season. According to Spanish media, Los Rojiblancos still have little confidence in a collaboration with Félix.
The Portuguese was loaned out to Chelsea by Atlético Madrid last season, but he could not convince in London. Félix scored four goals for The Blues. According to Relevo, the attacker had a conversation with Atlético coach Diego Simeone on Friday afternoon about his perspective in Madrid.
At that meeting, Félix was told that ‘his’ shirt number 7 at Atlético will now be worn by Griezmann, who previously played with number 8. Last season’s number three in La Liga reportedly wants to sell Félix this summer. The 31-time international still has a contract with Atleti until mid-2027.
