Chelsea have been linked with the extraordinary return of one of their most divisive players in recent times.
Reports have claimed that are interested in a deal to sign Joao Felix, who had a brief loan spell with the club back in 2023.
It is believed the interest in the Portugal international has come after a deal to sign Samu Omorodion collapsed at the final moment.
His transfer looked key to Conor Gallagher moving to Spain, something the club are very keen for after banishing him from the first team.
One of Felix’s better performances for the Blues came in a 1-1 draw against West Ham United, where he opened his account for the club.
Declan Rice was amazed by Joao Felix
After that game, Hammers midfielder at the time Declan Rice was astonished at how much quality he had.
He said to Stadium Astro: “I’ve played against a lot of midfielders and No.10s and the first 10 or 15 minutes today as a player you know a top player.
“The way he worked from side to side to get on the ball and find space he’s an unbelievable player. I noticed that straight away. You have to be really on your game with players like him.”
Chelsea fans unsure on Felix signing
Chelsea fans seem to not be convinced Felix is the player they need at this stage, with the squad looking very different to how it did when he was last here.
The likes of Cole Palmer and Christopher Nkunku are likely to be in the side for the majority of this season, and that will be in a similar role to where Felix is looking to play.
It remains to be seen if the Blues make a proper move for an out-and-out striker after missing out on Omorodion, with Victor Osimhen frequently being mentioned as a potential target.
With Napoli’s desire to sign Romelu Lukaku this summer, expect there to be some serious discussions had between the two clubs before the end of the transfer window later this month.
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