Joao Felix will likely move to Villa as per the reports. The English club is in a advanced position to make a move for the player.
Joao Felix to Aston Villa
The Midlands club are the likeliest club to sign the Portuguese international.
As per reports by talkSPORT, the attacker has gained attention from Villa. The club has been looking for another talented striker this month. As we head towards the final few days of the winter transfer window, the club is making some moves.
Despite already signing Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmond, they want more. Now it seems that they are the favourites to land the unhappy Chelsea man.
Aston Villa are also pushing for Chelsea’s Axel Disasi on a loan deal. If this move happens, then they’d only be able to get Joao on a permanent deal.
The West London side is yet to make a final call on Felix and on how will he leave. Emery’s team looks confident and are waiting an agreement as soon as possible.
The Portuguese forward looks interested in working with Unai Emery as per reports. There are various other teams as well wanting to get him. He can go on loan but Enzo Maresca’s club wants a permanent sale.
Joao Felix and his Chelsea return
Joao has not been a satisfied player since coming back to Chelsea. Atletico Madrid sold him in a deal worth ยฃ45 million in the summer window. The Blues were already packed with attackers. This move was questioned by many as if it will work out or not.
Felix has not been a regular starter for the team in the Premier League. Those concerns over his move here was valid.
Playing just 1,000 minutes of football, he has made 20 appearances in all competitions for the Blues. In those, he scored seven goals and provided two assists. With these numbers, he still hasn’t received more game time.
Even though he isn’t a regular starter for his team, his market value has not been affected. Many top-flight sides across Europe keen for his move. Recently, he was linked with AC Milan.
However, Villa will try to get the forwards signature before everyone in this month.
Felix’s future in the Premier League
Joao has been on Unai Emery’s list for a long time. They tried to make a move for the talented striker in the summer transfer window. The deal didn’t happen.
In the meantime, their continued interest is predictable. Emery’s side wants to add some strength to the attacking unit. Due to Jhon Duran’s move to Al-Nassr, they have to look for options.
Some sources have claimed that Joao seems interested in a move to the Villa Park. This isn’t surprising, given his playing time at Chelsea. He has started in only three Premier League games out of their 23 so far this season.
In Addition, the Midlands side can offer UEFA Champions League football this campaign, which the Blues cannot. While the Blues play in the Conference league, cannot offer to play in the biggest club competition.
Given that, it looks hardly surprising that the Villans are in the pole position to land the 25-year-old.
The striker’s final thought on playing under Emery could be a key factor in his decision. As the manager looks to build a squad capable of fighting for big titles.
Author’s Opinion
Joao Felix under Unai Emery could be an exciting watch. With the winter transfer window nearing its final days, it will be interesting to see if both of the clubs can come to agreement before Monday’s deadline.
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