Joao Felix is set to make a permanent return to Chelsea after a somewhat challenging period in his career as Barcelona decided against signing him ..Read Full Article
Despite spending last season on loan at Barcelona, the Spanish giants have decided not to pursue a permanent deal for the Portuguese forward.Instead, they opted for Dani Olmo, leaving Felix to find his way back to Stamford Bridge.Fabrizio Romano, the well-known football journalist, shed light on why Barcelona didn’t go for Felix again
While Felix showed glimpses of his talent during his loan spell, he didn’t fully convince the Barca management to make his stay permanent.
According to Romano, Barcelona’s decision to pass on Felix was purely a technical choice. The club’s new sporting director, Deco, is reportedly a big fan of Dani Olmo and made him the priority for the upcoming season.
Another reason behind the decision was Atletico Madrid’s stance on Felix. They were only interested in selling him this summer, not considering another loan. This pushed Barcelona to look elsewhere, and Olmo was seen as a better fit for the team’s needs
Meanwhile, Felix is excited to return to Chelsea, where he had a positive experience during his previous loan spell. Chelsea, now under new management, decided to move forward with a permanent deal for the forward, investing around €40 million ($44.5m) plus add-ons. Felix is set to sign a six-year contract with the option for an additional season.
As Felix heads back to Chelsea, it’s clear that Barcelona’s decision was more about fitting their tactical needs than a reflection of his abilities. The move opens a new chapter for Felix at Stamford Bridge, where he hopes to find the form that made him one of Europe’s most promising talents
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