Portuguese forward João Félix has publicly stated his desire to return to Europe and La Liga in the future, identifying Barcelona as his clearest preference among Spanish clubs. While currently settled at Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, Félix’s remarks signal a long-term ambition rather than an imminent transfer.
A Return to La Liga and Barcelona
Félix, who previously spent time on loan at Barcelona from Atlético Madrid, expressed a strong affinity for the Catalan club. He described his time with the Blaugrana as a source of great happiness, fulfilling a boyhood dream shared with his family. He continues to follow Barcelona more closely than any other Spanish team, including his parent club, Atlético.
The forward was equally clear about ruling out a move to Real Madrid, stating such a transfer would make him the “biggest traitor in the sport’s history.” However, Félix did not specify a timeline for any potential European return, framing it in vague, future terms.
Atlético Madrid History and Current Status
João Félix remains Atlético Madrid’s most expensive signing, having joined from Benfica in 2019. His tenure with Atlético was marked by periods of both brilliance and frustration under manager Diego Simeone, though he did contribute to a La Liga title win. Despite the ups and downs, Félix holds no regrets about his time at Atlético, viewing it as a crucial part of his development.
Currently, Félix is playing for Al-Nassr, where he shares the dressing room with Cristiano Ronaldo. Reports suggest his attacking form has seen a recovery in Saudi Arabia. His recent comments are understood to be a statement of personal long-term intent, not an indication of active negotiations or an approach from any club. Any future move would ultimately depend on Al-Nassr’s willingness to consider a transfer for one of their key attackers.