Joao Felix: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Chelsea sell player they signed in 2023 for £6.4 million plus £432,000 in bonuses

It’s been confirmed that Chelsea have now sold a player they signed in 2023 for £6.4 million (plus £432,000 in bonuses) in a done deal. These done deals should start coming in much thicker and faster now as we approach the final four weeks of the summer transfer window.

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Joao Felix departs Chelsea and joins Ronaldo at Al Nassr

The 25-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at AC Milan.

Joao Felix News / Chelsea News / July 29

Official: Chelsea confirm miracle sale that nobody saw coming a week ago

Well there we have it. Chelsea have just confirmed on their official website that Joao Felix has completed his move to Al Nassr of the Saudi Pro League.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 29

Fulham could make late window £5m low-ball offer to solve Chelsea’s big summer problem

Chelsea are making great progress in the transfer market this summer, with even the tricky issue of Joao Felix looking to have been solved by a miracle bid from Saudi Arabia.

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Joao Felix News / Chelsea News / July 28

Chelsea still no closer to selling £52m attacking star – but Joao Felix news brings hope

Things are certainly in motion at Chelsea right now. Today the exit of Mike Penders to Strasbourg on loan was confirmed, and that will be just the first move of what could be a busy week.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 28

Benfica miss out on top option after trying to wear Chelsea down

Chelsea’s battle to sell Joao Felix continues. After signing him for around €45m last summer, a disappointing season has made him hard to shift. His loan at AC Milan saw zero interest from the Italian side in bringing him in permanently, and rumoured interest from Turkey has also failed to materialise.

Joao Felix News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / July 27

Joao Felix to Al-Nassr: Key details of Chelsea exit emerge as transfer fee confirmed

Joao Felix is on the verge of leaving Chelsea after a deal was agreed with Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr. The 25-year-old only returned to Chelsea last summer on a permanent basis from Atletico Madrid in a deal worth around £45m.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 27

'Here we go' – Fabrizio Romano confirms €30m hijacked deal for Chelsea star

Al-Nassr have agreed a deal to sign Portugal international Joao Felix from Chelsea according to Fabrizio Romano. Felix was thought to be closing in a on return to Benfica, and the 25-year-old had insisted his preference was a return to the Portuguese club.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 27

'Package to Chelsea' – Ben Jacobs reveals fee Saudi club will pay for unwanted Blues ace

Al-Nassr are set to pay Chelsea a total package of around £48m for Joao Felix, with all parties optimistic a deal will get done according to Ben Jacobs.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 27

'Deal considered at- Romano provides update as Saudi club arrive with shock offer for Chelsea ace

Joao Felix has said yes to Al-Nassr’s proposal and the two clubs are now finalising terms according to Fabrizio Romano. Felix was thought to be closing in a on return to Benfica, and it was said the Blues were in negotiations with the Portuguese giants.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 27

Deal Close: Saudi arrive with shock offer to help Chelsea sell player they were set to make a loss on

Saudi have arrived to help Chelsea with a shock offer to sell a player they were dead set to make a loss on at one point. Plenty of things have gone on this week involving Chelsea in the transfer market as they’ve looked to get deals going.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 26

'Deal is understood' – Sky Germany reporter shares update on Benfica’s pursuit of Joao Felix

Benfica are still pushing to sign Joao Felix, with a deal understood to be likely according to Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg. Chelsea signed Felix last summer for £45m from Atletico Madrid, but 12 months later it appears he’ll be on the move.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 26

'Benfica open to' – Fabrizio Romano provides fresh update on future of Joao Felix

Benfica are open to negotiating a permanent move for Joao Felix, with Chelsea currently in negotiations with the Portuguese giants according to Fabrizio Romano.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 23

The one big question over Joao Felix’s potential €50m move

Joao Felix’s move to Benfica is closing in fast, if you believe what you’re reading all over the internet this morning. Reports from all over claim that the former wonderkid is getting closer and closer to the club where he came through as a youngster.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 23

The Athletic reveal Chelsea’s Joao Felix asking price amid Benfica interest

Chelsea have set their asking price for Joao Felix and are looking to sell the Portugal international for £43.3m according to The Athletic. The Blues have been busy this summer and have already made three signings in Jamie Gittens, Liam Delap and Joao Pedro.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 22

Benfica turn the screws on Chelsea over Joao Felix deal with Saudi teams uninterested

Chelsea really got themselves into hot water over the deal to sign Joao Felix, and nobody is jumping in to help them out. Despite having had him on loan in 2022-2023, Chelsea weren’t put off by his tepid showings in a strange season.

Soccer News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / July 22

Sterling, Felix, Nkunku: Chelsea put suitors on red alert after slashing asking prices

Chelsea are preparing for many outgoings this summer as they look to give head coach Enzo Maresca the perfect squad for the 2025/26 season. After securing Champions League qualification and winning both the Conference League and Club World Cup, Chelsea are looking to continue the momentum with another successful campaign next term.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 21

Set to launch a final attack: Last attempts on Chelsea transfer deal now underway this week

There have been some final attempts to launch a Chelsea transfer deal this week as it gets to the crucial stages of any deal. Nothing has really sparked up yet between Chelsea and Benfica for Joao Felix to return to his former club, but there has been a lot of noise about it coming out of the Portuguese media in the last couple of weeks.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 21

Romano’s unexpected 'here we go' creates questions about Chelsea strategy

Things are moving quickly at Chelsea at the moment, especially in terms of outgoing players, and last night’s news from Fabrizio Romano caught us all a little on the hop.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 20

'I am told' – Matt Law provides interesting update on Joao Felix’s future amid Benfica interest

Portuguese giants Benfica aren’t the only club interested in Chelsea attacker Joao Felix according to journalist Matt Law. Chelsea have already made three signings this summer in Liam Delap, Jamie Gittens and Joao Pedro, with more new faces expected to follow.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 17

Two Club World Cup teams bid for Chelsea playmaker – but he only wants one destination

It’s been clear since January that Chelsea’s plan would be to sell Joao Felix this summer. Sadly, not much progress is being made in that direction. There was a buzz before the Club World Cup that Benfica were keen to sign their prodigal son back, and to use him in the tournament in the USA.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / July 16

The Standard: Chelsea star in talks with Champions League club, squad clear out gathering pace

Joao Felix is in talks over a return to Benfica as Chelsea prepare to step up their summer clear out according to reports. The Chelsea squad are currently on a well earned break following their Club World Cup success against Paris Saint Germain in New York on Sunday.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / July 10

Top source claims that European giants are ready to make ambitious 50% offer for €40m Chelsea star

Chelsea are having a lot of fun out in the USA, but when they return home next week they will have to crack on with a lot of homework. That mainly involves selling players, the majority of whom are returning to training at Cobham next week.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / Last Word On Sports / July 6

Chelsea Player With ‘Bad Attitude’ Hints at Wanting a Return to Former Club Just A Year After Signing

Chelsea, as always, have already been linked with a lot of players this summer, and have even made a number of signings. Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, Joao Pedro, and Liam Delap have all already come through the door to bolster Enzo Maresca’s attacking options.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / April 23

Talks begin for Chelsea star to seal surprise transfer back to former club

Chelsea forward Joao Felix has already begun talks over an emotional return to his former club Benfica for this summer, CaughtOffside understands. The Portugal international could somewhat surprisingly be on his way out of Stamford Bridge after just one season, having joined from Atletico Madrid less than a year ago.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / March 2

Report: Chelsea set for huge financial loss after Joao Felix transfer gamble backfires

Chelsea are facing a significant financial setback this summer – with reports suggesting that Joao Felix’s disappointing loan spell at AC Milan has all but ended any hopes of a lucrative sale.