There is less than a month left until the transfer window closes and Atlético Madrid still have one issue to resolve. Joao Félix has been one of the best players during pre-season, playing in three of the four summer friendlies. Currently, the intention of the red-and-white team is only to accept his departure on a permanent transfer.
Until now, only Benfica and Aston Villa have shown real interest in signing the Portuguese striker. However, Atlético de Madrid maintain their financial demands at 60 million euros, a very high figure. While his destination is being decided, a new path has opened up for both parties after Samu Omorodion 's arrival at Chelsea failed.
Joao Felix changes his mindset
There were many doubts about how the Portuguese striker would return to Atlético de Madrid after what happened last summer. Joao Félix did not play in any friendly matches, despite the fact that he travelled with the rest of his teammates at the time. Now, it seems that the Portuguese has changed his mindset and joined the red-and-white team eager to show his level.
Joao Felix had minutes in the friendlies against Getafe , Kitchee SC and Juventus of Turin , scoring two goals in total. In addition, he has been seen very committed to the team on the pitch and with a good attitude when training. Therefore, given the lack of convincing offers in the offices, the possibility of seeing him debut in LaLiga against Villarreal is very real.
It should be noted that Atlético de Madrid have four games to play before the transfer window closes. Right now, Joao Félix has been playing a lot of minutes under Simeone , a clue of what could happen during this August. Against Villarreal , with some reinforcements still gaining rhythm, the Portuguese could have to jump onto the pitch if he continues at the Metropolitano .
England is pushing for his signing
Until now, the team managed by Unai Emery seemed the favourite to be able to reach a satisfactory agreement with the red-and-white team. Aston Villa have made some important sales that would have left them with money to face the signing of Joao Felix . The Portuguese already had an adventure in the Premier League with Chelsea , a club that could end up taking his signature to maintain the operations of Julián Álvarez and Conor Gallagher .
That money would also help the sporting management to take on the last necessary addition: a left-footed defender. Otherwise, nobody should have any doubts that Simeone will treat Joao Felix exactly the same as any other player in the squad. It is important to remember that the option of selling Samu Omorodion to London has completely fallen through and the Spanish striker already returned to Madrid yesterday.