Joao Felix’s situation at Atlético de Madrid has come under intense scrutiny throughout 2023, but especially in recent weeks after he admitted he had dreams of joining. FC Barcelona.
Felix is not in Diego Simeone’s plans for this season, so a departure seems very likely in the final days of the summer transfer window. However, interest in his services is rather low, and although FC Barcelona are interested in a transfer, it is not imminent.
The Portuguese’s efforts to join the Catalan club have been boosted by recent developments at the club, which saw Deco become sporting director and Mateu Alemany quit his role as director of football.
According to Diario AS, Deco is a big fan of Felix, while Alemany was the opposite – he didn’t want FC Barcelona to sign the Portuguese. There could therefore be movements in the coming days, even if a new right-back is currently the priority.
Atletico Madrid want to settle Felix’s future as soon as possible. Funds generated from a loan or outright contract will be plowed back into the first team, with a new midfielder on the agenda for the Colchoneros, who covet Marco Verratti.
