According to the latest report from Daily Telegraph reporter Matlaw, Portuguese striker João Felix has clearly expressed his will to return to the Blues to Chelsea FC and is willing to accept a significant pay cut for this purpose. This news undoubtedly adds a splash of color to Chelsea's summer transfer plan.
Felix was loaned to Chelsea by Atlético Madrid in January 2023, and despite a relatively short half-season loan spell, he still showed a lot of strength and potential. In his half-season at Chelsea, Felix made 20 appearances, including 14 starts, and scored four goals. This performance not only won the fans' favor, but also made him an important part of Chelsea's future plans.
However, for various reasons, Felix returned to Atletico Madrid at the end of his loan spell and was subsequently loaned out to Barcelona. But apparently, the Portuguese international's heart still goes out to Chelsea. According to reports, Chelsea have the chance to re-sign Felix for less than £40 million, and the terms of the deal are so favorable to Chelsea that it is almost impossible to refuse.
If Chelsea finally succeeds in signing Felix, it will have a profound impact on the team's front attacking line. Felix's technical characteristics and tactical value will undoubtedly inject new energy into Chelsea's attack. At the same time, his arrival may also have an impact on the team's existing players, especially closely related to Sterling's future.
Juventus have expressed an interest in signing Sterling to Chelsea, but Sterling's high weekly wages have become a major obstacle to a deal. If Chelsea succeed in signing Felix, then Sterling's position and role in the team may change, which may prompt him to consider his future options. Of course, this will also depend on the outcome of the negotiations between Chelsea and Juventus as well as Sterling's personal wishes.
