Al-Nassr has officially struck a significant deal with Chelsea for the transfer of forward Joao Felix, valued at up to £43.7 million. The 25-year-old star has received the green light to travel to Riyadh, where he will undergo a medical examination as part of the final steps to complete his move. This transition is a thrilling moment for Felix as he gears up to team up with fellow Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. The club managed to outmaneuver some tough competition, including Felix’s former team, Benfica, to bring him on board. It’s an exciting new chapter for him.
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For Chelsea, this transfer is particularly significant as it enables them to recoup the £45 million they splashed out to Atletico Madrid for Felix just a year ago. After spending the first half of the year on loan at AC Milan, where he showcased his talent, Chelsea has now decided to part ways with the forward. In addition to this transfer, the club has been active in the summer transfer window, having already sold goalkeepers Djordje Petrovic and Kepa Arrizabalaga, along with winger Noni Madueke.
Chelsea’s financial maneuvers have generated approximately £130 million in sales. The club is also actively looking to offload more players, with names like Raheem Sterling, left-back Ben Chilwell, midfielder Renato Veiga, and striker Armando Broja all reportedly available for transfer. The Blues have put their money where their mouth is this season, investing about £212 million in new players. They’ve brought in some exciting talent like striker Liam Delap, winger Jamie Gittens, and forward Joao Pedro. They’re not stopping there either, with ongoing interest in other players such as midfielder Xavi Simons and defender Jorrel Hato as they aim to bolster their squad even more.
Chelsea is currently in a tricky situation regarding UEFA regulations. The governing body has put pressure on the club to maintain a “positive transfer balance” this summer. After initially receiving a fine of £27 million, Chelsea is now under specific conditions that they must follow to steer clear of any potential sanctions. If they don’t live up to these responsibilities, they might find themselves in a tough spot, possibly facing challenges in bringing new players on board for the upcoming Champions League season.
