Manchester United closing on to Joao Felix deal with Atletico Madrid

Joao Felix, the Portuguese International is very close to being a Manchester United player.

Joao Felix and Manchester United are close to agreeing to a deal

Joao Felix of Atletico Madrid and the Portuguese national team is reportedly close to signing a contract with Manchester United, according to the French publication Le 10 Sport (via Manchester Evening News).

Felix is thought to be uneasy at the club with its headquarters in Madrid and is willing to hunt for a fresh challenge. The Red Devils and the player’s agency are in discussions, which are reportedly going well. Following the termination of Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract last month, Erik ten Hag is eager to strengthen his assault. Due to this, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial are the only players who can play up front, despite the fact that neither of them is a natural striker.

Elaborating on the deal

Martial’s decision to stay for the entire season has also been a problem. The Frenchman has had a difficult time staying in shape this season despite being a great player in his prime.

Rashford, on the other hand, has found the back of the net a majority of the time this year when playing on the wings. Felix joined Atletico in 2019, but he has since had a hard time fitting in with Diego Simeone’s team.

Simeone is also renowned for his traditional defensive formation. And it might be said that his offensive prowess at the Madrid-based team has been wasted. When given more leeway to play for Portugal in the World Cup, the 23-year-old demonstrated his talent and abilities.

Ten Hag‘s club might use a player similar to the Portuguese. The 23-year-old would unquestionably improve the squad. And he may end up becoming a crucial player in the second half of the season. Only time will elaborate on the in-depth outcome of this transfer.