Joao Felix prepares to join PSG
According to Relevo, Paris St Germain are eager to sign Atletico Madrid striker Joao Felix.
The Ligue 1 champions are looking to increase the firepower of their attack this summer following the departure of Lionel Messi and big questions about the future of Kylian Mbappe.
Felix, 23, had a disappointing loan spell at Chelsea in the second half of last season, scoring just four goals.
The Portuguese striker has struggled at Atletico since moving from Benfica for €126 million in 2019, scoring 34 goals.
After a disagreement with coach Diego Simeone last season, it was reported that the La Liga representative was eager to sell Felix this summer. But with a contract until 2027, Atletico are looking for an opportunity to sell Felix instead of lending.
Coach Luis Enrique is said to be very eager to make Felix his first contract after agreeing to lead PSG. It is likely that the former Barcelona coach will replace Christophe Galtier to lead the Ligue 1 champions.
Some other notable transfer information
- Manchester United are interested in signing FC Porto striker Mehdi taremi, according to Jornal de Noticias.
taremi, 30, scored 31 goals and provided 14 assists in 51 games for Porto last season and is valued at around €20 million.
Man United are looking for new attack options as the Harry Kane deal is at a standstill and the Iranian player is ready.
- Calciomercato confirmed that Real Madrid wants to replace Karim Benzema with Kylian Mbappe, but will wait to get the French star on a free transfer next summer.
Mbappe, 24, will expire at PSG in 2024 and is planning not to renew his contract. PSG are also willing to sell the 2022 World Cup Top Scorer for €150 million this summer, but few clubs are willing to meet that number.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid also want to bring in Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic on a 1-year loan, with the option to sign a permanent contract included in the deal.
- Chelsea have completed the signing of striker Alex Matos, 18 years old, from Norwich City.
Matos scored three Premier League goals for U21 Norwich last season, and is a highly rated youngster.
- Inter Milan has announced the signing of French striker Marcus Thuram on a free transfer.
Thuram, 25, has scored 34 goals in 111 appearances for Borussia Monchengladbach but has decided not to extend his contract and move to Serie A.
- Man United are planning to talk directly with David de Gea to resolve the deadlock in contract renewal.
De Gea's current contract at Old Trafford has officially expired and he has become a free player. Man United are allowing the 32-year-old to spend time with his family in Spain without interruption.
However, the "Red Devils" leadership, including football director John Murtough, are eager to meet De Gea directly to discuss the contract situation.
- Christian Pulisic has reached a deal in principle to leave Chelsea and move to AC Milan. The only problem is that the two clubs are still not agreed on a price.
Pulisic, 24, is willing to accept a pay cut to move to Serie A. There are only a few small details that need to be completed before both sides have finalized their personal terms.
There are still negotiations about the fee, with Chelsea wanting 25 million Euros while Milan only wanting to pay around 15 - 18 million Euros.
