On-loan Barcelona star continues to make a strong case for a permanent transfer

After disappointing spells at Atletico Madrid and Chelsea, not much was expected of Joao Felix at Barcelona. For many, he was seen as a player who arrived purely owing to Joan Laporta’s admiration of his profile.

Yet, the Portuguese starlet has left fans stunned just over a month after his arrival. Felix has integrated into Xavi Hernandez’s setup with no hiccups and has been the team’s best player quite consistently.

Pushing for a permanent transfer

According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, Joao Felix’s performances continue to make a strong case for the Catalans to make his signing permanent next summer.

After all, he is under Xavi’s command only for a season on loan and must return to Los Rojiblancos at the end of the season.

The Colchoneros demand €80 million to make Felix’s signing permanent, a figure seen as too much by the financially troubled Catalan board.

Yet, the player realises that his duty is only limited to performances on the field and is keeping up his good vein of form.

Come next summer, Diego Simeone’s side will not make the youngster’s move to Catalonia easy. Yet, reports state that Felix will reject all offers to force a move to his current employers.

The protagonist against Athletic Club

The Blaugranas’ Matchday 10 clash against Athletic Club last night provided yet another display of Felix’s calibre to the world.

On the night, the 23-year-old was Barcelona’s best player as he generated threat after threat in the final third.

In 90 minutes, Felix recorded three shots on target, hit the woodwork once, completed one dribble, and provided three key passes.

Most importantly, he helped set up Marc Guiu’s winner late in the game with a defence-splitting pass that released the La Masia starlet in front of goal.

On another night, Felix would have walked away with a couple of goals and assists to his name with the same performance.

In his short time at Barcelona, the Atletico Madrid loanee has already recorded three goals and three assists for Xavi Hernandez’s side. If he maintains his level, it will be difficult for the team to pass on his permanent signing irrespective of the price tag involved.