Joao Felix might dump Chelsea for their arch-rivals in upcoming summer transfer window: Reports
Joao Felix could be seen in a Man United shirt next season
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Manchester United is reportedly monitoring the progress of on-loan Chelsea star Joao Felix ahead of a proposed summer transfer to Old Trafford. Although the Portuguese international hasn’t been extraordinary, the player has revived at Chelsea after a poor stint with Atletico Madrid. where he didn’t feature much under Diego Simeone.
Since the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United has been overly reliant on Marcus Rashford. The arrival of Joao Felix will add some much-needed depth to Erik ten Hag’s attack. The Portuguese international could lead the line for Manchester United allowing Rashford to play in his natural role as the left-sided winger and support the Englishman in forming a formidable partnership.
United look almost certain to regain a Champions League position, and their relatively cautious spending means they may be able to pay closer to Atletico’s demands than Chelsea, who could fall foul of financial fair play rules should the spending spree continue under Todd Boehly. The player has a staggering market value of €80 million with Atletico Madrid hoping to recoup as much money as possible.
The Blues will look to make up some ground in the race for European football next season as they host Liverpool on Wednesday before they travel to relegation-battling Wolves. United, on the other hand, are looking to solidify their place in the top four when they travel to Newcastle on Sunday. The match between them is postponed due to Manchester United’s progression in the FA Cup and a new date will be arranged soon.
Real Madrid clash crucial to Joao Felix’s Chelsea future
Chelsea will use their incoming Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid to make a final decision on Joao Felix. The Portuguese international has impressed Blues head coach Graham Potter in the early stages of his stint in England, following a January loan move from Atletico Madrid. Los Rojiblancos are willing to sell Felix to Chelsea, despite opting against a purchase clause in the original deal, as his relationship with the club has reportedly broken down.
Diego Simeone has set an £80m asking price for the former Benfica winger with Potter and Chelsea willing to match their valuation. However, club owner Todd Boehly is still assessing the transfer details, and the two legs against Los Blancos could be a vital testing ground for Felix. Chelsea meets Real Madrid in the Champions League knockout stages for a third successive season and Potter wants to see if Felix can make a decisive impact on the big stage.
The Portuguese international has just two goals in ten matches in all competitions to his name. However, his passing and dribbling are what attract Chelsea and other potential suiters to swoop in for the player. He is the type of player that can get the best out of his teammates as well. Potential interests come from Chelsea’s rivals Manchester United.
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