Manchester United, Chelsea and Newcastle United lock horns for the signing of the €280,385 per week star player

Joao Felix will meet with Manchester United and Chelsea, and Newcastle United is interested in signing the Portuguese forward

Manchester Utd, Chelsea, and Newcastle Utd will have their hands full if they try to sign Atletico Madrid striker Joao Felix, according to a report in the Daily Mirror.

Joao Felix, 23, may finally be allowed to leave Atletico Madrid, where he has been frustrated by a lack of playing time despite his obvious potential. The Spanish powerhouses paid Benfica a record-breaking €126 million to get his services. However, it has caused a significant delay in their financial resources.

Felix might be the solution to Manchester United’s prayers for a striker. If Cristiano Ronaldo left the team, someone had to score goals, and Felix could step in. As for Felix, he reportedly wants to go to Manchester United.

Managers nowadays would rather hire an attacker who can contribute their knowledge and skills from a variety of angles. Additionally, the Atletico Madrid striker is versatile enough to play in the middle, off the primary striker, or on the flanks. There’s a chance that Felix’s experience with both Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot will give Manchester United a significant advantage.

As for Chelsea’s pursuit, they’ve had to abandon their plans due to Armando Broja’s injury. In addition, they will be facing a bolstered offensive assault in the new year of 202. Chelsea may feel the need to connect up with another attacker, despite having a pre-agreement in place with Christopher Nkunku.

Yet another player of this kind, Kai Havertz, has yet to take games by storm for the Blues. Felix’s ability to score goals will be tested in the English league, therefore he should come in ready to succeed. Meanwhile, recent performances by Newcastle United should give them a good chance of signing Felix. However, the Portuguese player will put everything aside for a chance to play in the Champions League.

Indications of such an intention have so far come from the Magpies. However, their momentum may reverse after the current World Cup break, which might have an impact on their transfer plans. The question now is if Eddie Howe can persuade Felix to take a trip to St. James’ Park and prove his mettle. Otherwise, it may come down to a showdown between Chelsea and Manchester United.