Joao Felix's return to Atlético de Madrid generated a lot of uncertainty. After the controversies that surrounded him last season, he had to face Simeone again. Their reunion was something normal, and the Argentine said that the Portuguese was going to be another player in the squad.
Joao Félix and his millionaire signing for Atlético de Madrid
In 2019, Atlético de Madrid paid €127 million to Benfica for Joao Félix . This figure generated great expectations, but his performance in the team has not lived up to the price paid. Injuries and the difficulty in adapting to Simeone 's style have been obstacles that the young striker has not been able to fully overcome.
Following the last-minute signing of Samu Omorodion by Chelsea , Atlético tried to find another solution. They needed to bring in another player to complete the transfer of Connor Gallagher, so they offered Joao Felix. However, the London club only offered 35 million euros for him, something that was immediately rejected by the Rojiblancos.
Simeone tells the truth to Joao Félix
Simeone and the sporting management have made it clear to Joao Felix that his future at Atlético de Madrid is not guaranteed. Although the player remains part of the team, Simeone stressed that the club is willing to listen to offers. Atlético's financial situation makes a sale a real possibility if the right offer arrives.
Interest from other clubs and Atlético's expectations
Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, have shown interest in Joao Felix. The English club are rumoured to be willing to offer around 60 million euros, a figure that Atletico Madrid considers acceptable. In addition, Benfica tried to get the striker back, but their offer was much lower than what Atletico expect to receive.
Despite the uncertainty, Joao Felix has not stopped showing his quality. In the recent friendly against Juventus, the Portuguese player showed that he is still a very talented player. He came off the bench and scored a goal that helped Atletico Madrid secure the victory. These kinds of performances can influence the final decision of the club and Simeone regarding his future.