Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix is set for an unexpected return to Chelsea, according to Mail Sport.
This development follows the collapse of a proposed transfer for his teammate, Samu Omorodion, to the Premier League club.
Chelsea and Atletico had agreed on a £34.5 million fee for Omorodion, but complications in finalizing the contract caused the deal to fall through. Atletico had planned to use the funds from Omorodion’s sale to help secure the signings of Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher and Manchester City’s Julian Alvarez. While the deals for Gallagher and Alvarez are still in progress, Atletico must sell players to balance their books.
With Omorodion’s transfer falling through, Atletico has reopened discussions about Felix, who previously spent a loan spell at Chelsea during the 2022-23 season. Despite his potential, Felix’s future at Stamford Bridge was uncertain, particularly as he had also been linked with a move to Aston Villa.Felix had a mixed spell at Chelsea, netting four goals in 20 appearances. He then spent the 2023-24 season on loan at Barcelona, where he showcased his talent by scoring 10 goals in 44 matches. His performances at Barcelona have reignited interest in him, and his potential return to Chelsea would significantly bolster their attacking options.
Felix had a mixed spell at Chelsea, netting four goals in 20 appearances. He then spent the 2023-24 season on loan at Barcelona, where he showcased his talent by scoring 10 goals in 44 matches. His performances at Barcelona have reignited interest in him, and his potential return to Chelsea would significantly bolster their attacking options.
Felix’s return could also influence the dynamics of Chelsea’s current squad. With the transfer window closing soon, this move could provide a crucial boost to Chelsea’s attack as they aim to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.