Loaned to Chelsea during the season, João Félix showed some interesting flashes. Not enough to convince the Blues to recruit him permanently. At Atlético either, the Portuguese fails to settle. Worse, in recent weeks, the 23-year-old playmaker has revealed that he wants to join FC Barcelona, which has not shown interest.
Recruited for 120 M€ at the time, João Félix will have – sooner or later – to stand out within the stable of El Cholo. For ASthe latter spoke and took stock with the Portuguese. “It is normal that in the press, whether he stays or leaves, it generates interest. But I have already said that there is no one more important than the club, no one., says the Argentine coach. When asked why Félix is not exploding as much as expected and if he can still succeed at the club, Diego Simeone retorts: “He has his qualities as a player, he gave everything, he tried to work well with what he had and what was asked of him. I can’t question what he gives because that’s all he has to give. He has extraordinary abilities, we’ve talked about it a billion times. You see, he is good with his head, a good left foot, a good right foot, a good quality of movement, one against one… The weather? It’s not for me to answer, rather ask him and his representative.The message got through. At present, the former Benfica will have to taste the bench, especially since Memphis Depay was signed. Not sure that the Portuguese like it…
