This afternoon, Atlético de Madrid will face a new preseason friendly, this time from Hong Kong. Looking ahead to that clash, Simeone could once again bet on the ownership of one of the big surprises of the summer. Joao Félix is giving a lot to talk about with the red and white team, starting in the victory against Getafe.
Right now, at Atlético de Madrid there are many doubts regarding what will happen to the Portuguese for the next campaign. For now, the intention of both parties is to find a new destination for the player to compete next season. However, no club is going to reach the 60 million euros requested by the Metropolitano to let Joao Félix leave before the closing of this market.
A future in the air
At this point, Atletico de Madrid 's transfer market is very close to being considered perfect. The rojiblancos have managed to close a significant number of additions , in addition to getting the departures that were needed in the squad. However, there is still a question about what will happen with Joao Félix in the coming weeks of the market.
For now, the intention of both parties remains the same, to seek a new destination for the Portuguese striker. However, the good work of the former Benfica player in training and his good level against Getafe open a new door. Simeone himself already admitted, in the run-up to today's clash, that he will continue to count on the services of the Portuguese as long as he remains a player for the Colchonero team .
On the other hand, Joao Félix wanted to apologize to his teammates and the coaching staff upon returning to Madrid this summer. The player knows that he has made many mistakes since he first left the Metropolitano for Chelsea. Now, although nothing is defined, there is still the possibility that he ends up staying and fighting for a starting position.
Joao Félix will play in Hong Kong
Simeone has once again tested the attacker among the theoretical starters who would take to the field this afternoon in the friendly against Kitchee . Although it is not definitive, Joao Félix would start from the center of the field, while the forward would be made up of Alexander Sorloth and Ángel Correa . It would be a new opportunity for the Portuguese to continue showing a good level and earn more minutes.
In addition, a good performance in preseason would open the doors of other big clubs in Europe to try to join him. At the moment, Aston Villa is the only team that still appears interested in making an offer for his signing. However, they would never reach the claims of the red and whites, although they would leave a considerable sum of money in the coffers.