A number of top European clubs have been linked with a move for Atletico Madrid and Portugal star Joao Felix - but which would be the best fit?
"When the conditions are favourable, things go better." "He is the biggest bet this club has taken in its history. He's free to dominate the attacking phase in ways he has never been able to do under Diego Simeone.
Here, Sports Mole picks out three clubs that could be in the running for the forward's signature when the winter transfer window opens for business. Manchester ...
© Reuters [Chelsea](/football/chelsea/) [Atletico Madrid](/football/atletico-madrid/) CEO [Gil Marin](/people/gil-marin/) [recently hinted](/football/man-utd/transfer-talk/news/atletico-ceo-hints-joao-felix-could-leave-wanda-metropolitano_501413.html) that [Joao Felix](/people/joao-felix/) is keen to leave the Spanish giants during the January transfer window.
Felix is set to leave Atletico in 2023, the chance of a January exit is said to be possible. Chelsea, PSG and Bayern Munich are all also said to be interested ...
Jorge Mendes will present offers to Atlético in the region of €100 million as transfer looks inevitable.
[Chelsea](https://weaintgotnohistory.sbnation.com), PSG, [Manchester United](https://thebusbybabe.sbnation.com) and [Bayern Munich](https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com) [have also been mentioned](https://www.intothecalderon.com/2022/12/1/23487678/atletico-madrid-psg-chelsea-bayern-man-united-joao-felix-jorge-mendes-laliga-fifa-world-cup-transfer) with João Félix as his agent Jorge Mendes will try to present offers to Atlético of around €100 million for a player who has [enhanced his value with his performance at the World Cup](https://www.intothecalderon.com/2022/11/29/23476930/atletico-madrid-fifa-qatar-argentina-world-cup-roundup-griezmann-morata-carrasco-witsel-joao-felix). Matheus Cunha and Felipe Monteiro could also leave Atlético in the January transfer market along with João Félix. They will play Arenteiro in the Copa del Rey on 22nd December in what looks like their only hope of silverware this season. [Aston Villa](https://7500toholte.sbnation.com) were linked with the player initially, but since then [Arsenal](https://theshortfuse.sbnation.com) have also been named as a potential destination for the Portuguese attacker, [per Diario As](https://as.com/futbol/primera/joao-via-libre-para-el-futuro-n/). [confirmed](https://www.intothecalderon.com/2022/12/6/23496490/atletico-madrid-simeone-joao-felix-world-cup-premier-league-aston-villa-transfers-laliga-ronaldo) as much when he said in his own interview that the most reasonable solution to the “João Félix problem” is to find a way to sell the player. [Champions League](https://www.sbnation.com/champions-league) group, sit fifth in LaLiga with Elche, [Barcelona](https://www.barcablaugranes.com) and Almería in their first three games back after the World Cup.
All the latest news linking Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix with a possible move to Arsenal with Portugal's World Cup exit likely to speed up transfer ...
One option being considered is presenting a loan offer in January with an obligation to make the move permanent. Initial conversations have focused on a €21million (£18.5million) package for the remainder of this season, with a €15million (£13.2million) loan fee going to Atletico, and the rest covering the player’s wages. The two London clubs are thought to be open to negotiating a loan deal worth around half of the current asking price from Atletico and the player. Simeone stated that if Felix brought his Portugal form back to Madrid, he would be a crucial part of the team. According to The current Premier League leaders see a deal for Felix as similar to the initial loan that brought Martin Odegaard from Real Madrid to the Emirates Stadium - with the north Londoners providing an opportunity for the player to reignite their career and potential to earn a permanent move in the summer. Arsenal have a 'secret agent' they can rely on to help persuade Joao Felix to sign for the Gunners in January. Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has shed more light on the future of Joao Felix at the club amid links with an exit in the January transfer window. [Ben Jacobs](https://twitter.com/JacobsBen), the north London side are looking to add a buy option within a loan deal. United's offer is a straight loan without an obligation or option to buy and also falls short of the total €21million (£18.5million) package. Chelsea have reportedly opened talks for the Borussia Monchengladbach striker over a possible January deal but have the option to wait until the summer upon the expiry of his contract. [Manchester Evening News](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/wout-weghorst-man-united-transfer-25926996), Manchester United are interested in veteran centre-forward Wout Weghorst and Erik ten Hag's side are confident of completing a loan move for the Dutch international.
João Félix's relationship with Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has broken down and the Portuguese could leave in January.
Félix’s ups and downs have left Simeone unconvinced, with the Argentinian coach looking for Antoine Griezmann-like performances from all his top players; their work-rate needs to match their talent. Despite PSG football advisor Luis Campos’ admiration for his compatriot, Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappé are the current front three and are nailed-on starters. A few days ago, CEO Miguel Ángel Gil Marín confirmed an open secret; there has been a breakdown in the relationship between the Argentinian boss and the Portuguese star and that only one of the two is likely to stay at the club come January. Jorge Mendes, Félix’s agent, has been working on his client’s future for the last few weeks and, according to sources close to him, is expected to notify Atlético of bids of around €100 million for the Portuguese playmaker. The World Cup has enhanced Félix’s reputation once again; he started the tournament as a substitute but ended it as a starter for Portugal, although his impressive performances didn’t lead to him getting on the scoresheet. Los Rojiblancos spent €127 million to acquire Félix’s services from Benfica, €57 million more than the €70 million they paid Monaco for Thomas Lemar in 2018.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has confirmed that he wants to add a striker to his squad in the upcoming January transfer window.
The most prolific campaign of his career to date came during his final season at Benfica, where he notched 20 goals and registered 11 assists in 43 appearances. United, if they are to start adding more goals to their overall game, need to recruit a striker with a good pedigree and history of playing as a No.9 throughout his career. He is being heavily linked with a move to United, such is the uncertainty surrounding his future in the Spanish capital. Like Gakpo, he has played as a natural striker in flashes, but it is not his specialist area. His record in front of goal, however, might not to be too great a surprise to himself and those of an Atletico persuasion. Though he has impressed under [Ten Hag](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/erik-ten-hag) this term, his fitness issues have restricted him to just seven appearances in all competitions.
João Félix's relationship with Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has broken down and the Portuguese could leave in January.
Félix’s ups and downs have left Simeone unconvinced, with the Argentinian coach looking for Antoine Griezmann-like performances from all his top players; their work-rate needs to match their talent. Despite PSG football advisor Luis Campos’ admiration for his compatriot, Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappé are the current front three and are nailed-on starters. A few days ago, CEO Miguel Ángel Gil Marín confirmed an open secret; there has been a breakdown in the relationship between the Argentinian boss and the Portuguese star and that only one of the two is likely to stay at the club come January. Jorge Mendes, Félix’s agent, has been working on his client’s future for the last few weeks and, according to sources close to him, is expected to notify Atlético of bids of around €100 million for the Portuguese playmaker. The World Cup has enhanced Félix’s reputation once again; he started the tournament as a substitute but ended it as a starter for Portugal, although his impressive performances didn’t lead to him getting on the scoresheet. Los Rojiblancos spent €127 million to acquire Félix’s services from Benfica, €57 million more than the €70 million they paid Monaco for Thomas Lemar in 2018.
Manchester United are one of a number of Premier League clubs reportedly interested in a move for Joao Felix, with further competition set to come from ...
[Super-agent Jorge Mendes is expected in England this week](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/joao-felix-transfer-premier-league-28702408) as he attempts to facilitate a deal for his client but interest from [Juventus](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/juventus-fc) could throw another spanner into the works. [Cristiano Ronaldo](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/cristiano-ronaldo). It is suggested that a disagreement with manager [Diego Simoene](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/diego-simeone) has seen the club change their stance. The young forward has been in Madrid since a big-money move from Portuguese giants Benfica back in 2019. We are thinking of having a great tournament and on the Portuguese. He said: "I am focused on the World Cup. He has followed that up with another seven strikes this term but could very quickly be on the way out of Turin. [Goncalo Ramos](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-utd-transfers-goncalo-ramos-28706706). The 22-year-old forward only arrived from Fiorentina in January, scoring nine goals in all competitions during his first half-season. [Atletico Madrid](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/atletico-madrid) have triggered a frenzy over the former [Benfica](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/benfica) starlet’s signature. [Chelsea](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/chelsea-fc) and [Newcastle](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/newcastle-united-fc) are thought to be interested. [The latter quit Old Trafford last month](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/breaking-cristiano-ronaldo-man-utd-28558713) in the aftermath of his [explosive interview with Piers Morgan](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/cristiano-ronaldo-piersmorgan-full-transcript-28510557).
Atletico are reportedly holding out for a whopping £86million or more for Felix, and it's a fee not a lot of clubs will be willing to spend on a player who has ...
[Rafael Leao.](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/rafael-leao/profil/spieler/357164) Leao is the main target for Chelsea, and it is unlikely they move for both Felix and the Rafael Leao. [Report: Chelsea Could Sign Andrey Santos From Vasco Da Gama](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-could-sign-andrey-santos-from-vasco-da-gama) [Report: Christian Pulisic Exit Rumours Downplayed](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-christian-pulisic-exit-rumors-downplayed) [Report: Declan Rice Likely To Leave West Ham Amid Chelsea Interest](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-declan-rice-likely-to-leave-west-ham-amid-chelsea-interesthttps://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-declan-rice-likely-to-leave-west-ham-amid-chelsea-interest) [Report: Chelsea 'In No Rush' To Appoint Sporting Director](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/news/report-chelsea-in-no-rush-to-appoint-sporting-director) [Report: Chelsea Remain In Discussions To Sign Endrick](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-remain-in-discussions-to-sign-endrick) [Report: Chelsea Target Rafael Leao Speaks On AC Milan Contract Situation](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-target-rafael-leao-speaks-on-ac-milan-contract-situation) [Report: No Negotiations Between Chelsea And AC Milan Over Hakim Ziyech](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-no-negotiations-between-chelsea-and-ac-milan-over-hakim-ziyech) [Report: Chelsea Interested In Signing Mohammed Kudus In January](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-interested-in-signing-mohammed-kudus-in-january) [Report: Chelsea Target Moises Caicedo Not Expected To Leave In January](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-target-moises-caicedo-not-expected-to-leave-in-january) The Joao Felix saga is only starting, but he is actively looking for ways to leave Atletico Madrid. [ Jacque Talbot, ](https://twitter.com/jac_talbot)Atletico Madrid would allow Joao Felix to leave on a loan with obligation to buy in the January window, with the obligation to buy likely coming in the summer. [Jorge Mendes](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/gestifute/beraterfirma/berater/413) is currently exploring ways to get [ Joao Felix ](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/joao-felix/profil/spieler/462250)out of Atletico Madrid and into the Premier League at the moment, but the price tag on his head makes it difficult for both clubs and player. Atletico are reportedly holding out for a whopping £86million or more for Felix, and it's a fee not a lot of clubs will be willing to spend on a player who has been underwhelming in Spain for the most part.
Manchester United learn that Atletico Madrid want £85.9m for unsettled forward Joao Felix, according to a report.
[Jorge Mendes](/people/jorge-mendes/) is in talks with a number of clubs, but Atletico want in excess of €100m (£85.9m) for the former Benfica youngster. [Manchester United](/football/man-utd/) continue to be heavily linked with Felix, with the 20-time English champions preparing to sign a new forward in January following [Cristiano Ronaldo](/people/cristiano-ronaldo/)'s exit. "[Joao Felix] is the biggest bet this club has taken in its history.
Man United are set to try and prioritise the signing of a new striker ahead of the January transfer window opening for business.
United need a seasoned goalscorer, though that will cost them big money, to come in and be comfortable in the position Ten Hag has aspirations of strengthening. But just like with Osimhen, the likelihood of United being able to extract Ramos from Benfica mid-season is highly unlikely, especially when the [Portuguese giants have sounded a warning that he will not be available for anything less than his €120million (£103m) release clause](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/manchester-united-ramos-transfer-benfica-25724436). With Felix, however, it wouldn't quite feel right, such is his poor return in front of goal in recent years He has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford in recent months and Atletico chief executive Gil Marin recently hinted that his future could lie away from the Metropolitano Stadium, given opportunities have not been as forthcoming as he would have liked under Diego Simeone so far this season. For a club that has aspirations of finishing inside the Champions League places this season, it is certainly not a healthy return, especially when you consider that the likes of Brentford, Fulham, Leeds United and Leicester City have all scored more. That, though, could be because Felix does not consider himself to be a natural striker. The Portugal international has scored just 33 goals in 129 games for Atletico since joining them for an eye-watering £113m fee in July 2019. The 23-year-old, who scored three goals in five games at the World Cup, however, is not an out-and-out striker, even though his appearances in Qatar might have suggested otherwise. The Reds, who slipped to a second successive friendly defeat against Real Betis on Saturday, losing 1-0, are the lowest scorers inside the top seven of the Premier League table this season, scoring just 20 goals. He has never scored more than ten goals in a season for the Spanish giants, meaning he does not possess the record of someone United's supporters could expect to come in and start banging the goals in at a consistent rate of knots. [United](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) have been linked with a plethora of solutions in recent months, with PSV Eindhoven star Cody Gakpo attracting the most attention. [Erik ten Hag](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/all-about/erik-ten-hag) has confirmed that the club plans to recruit a new striker after Christmas to try and improve their attacking output.