Barcelona are seeking to expand their attacking options for the next season, and according to a report published by Spanish publication El Gol, the Catalan club could be knocking at the doors of fellow La Liga side, Atletico Madrid. It is understood that Atletico Madrid’s 21-year-old sensation, Joao Felix, has caught the attention of Barcelona.
However, Felix is not the only one on Barcelona’s radar in pursuit of attackers. The Catalan club are undergoing a transition phase and wants to build a side that would compete for the years to come, and Felix seems to fulfil all the criteria. Barcelona planning Joao Felix transfer can be attributed to the star’s young age and experience in the Primera Division.
Felix has completed almost two seasons at the Wanda Metropolitano following his expensive move from Benfica. In 70 appearances for the club, Felix has found the back of the net on 19 occasions. The player undoubtedly possesses huge potential, which might be getting restricted due to the tactical identity of Atletico Madrid, a club that does not believe in free-flowing football.
Barcelona Planning Joao Felix Transfer
What Does Barcelona Need To Do?
Amidst the current financial situation that the club finds itself in, it seems impossible for the Catalans to fund the transfer of the 21-year-old without letting go of several players. Atletico Madrid initially paid a figure in the region of €120 million to sign Felix, and it is hard to figure out a reason for Los Colchoneros to book a loss on the sale of their prized asset. Philippe Coutinho and Ousmane Dembele will need to head towards the exit doors at the Camp Nou to pave the way for the arrival of Felix.
What Is In Store For Felix At Barcelona?
Felix has not enjoyed much success in terms of trophies since his switch to the Spanish capital. By the end of the current campaign, Felix could possibly be a La Liga winner. However, it is a well-established fact that Barcelona are a more successful team in terms of silverware.
Tactically, Felix will be more comfortable playing under the setup at Camp Nou, which is certainly an attack-minded football club. Additionally, with Lionel Messi nearing the end of his career, Felix could rise up to occupy Messi’s role at the club with the sort of potential he possesses. Felix is also a very technically sound player, and that ticks a few boxes in the Barcelona checklist.
Atletico Madrid & Barcelona – Relations
The two clubs have maintained a cordial relationship in terms of transfers in recent years. David Villa and Thiago Motta have played for both teams in the 21st century. Amongst the recent swaps is Antoine Griezmann, who joined the Catalans from Atleti in 2019. Luis Suarez has been the latest addition to the list after successfully completing a swap to Madrid at the beginning of the current season. It will not be wrong to say that the two Spanish powerhouses share a cordial relationship when it comes to transfers. A potential Joao Felix move from Barcelona will not be blocked off by Atletico Madrid instantaneously.
