João Félix Set for Al Nassr Move as Chelsea and Player Agree Terms

João Félix is close to joining Al Nassr. Chelsea and the Portuguese player agreed to a transfer deal. The final steps are in progress, making it a big event this transfer window.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Chelsea and Al Nassr’s talks advanced over the weekend. Final terms should be finalized in 48 hours. Al Nassr’s offer is over £40 million, matching Chelsea’s original fee for the forward.

Earlier, Benfica tried to re-sign Félix, but the Saudi club offered a better deal. They convinced the player to accept their proposal. Félix, now 25, spent last season on loan at AC Milan. He scored 3 goals in 21 matches and struggled with form at Chelsea and Milan in recent years.

AL NASSR’S PLANS AND CHELSEA’S GAINS

Al Nassr finished third in the Saudi Pro League last season according to reports. They aim to challenge for the title again. The team is building the squad to support Cristiano Ronaldo, the main player at the club.

Félix would be Al Nassr’s first foreign signing this transfer window. For Chelsea, getting this fee after a tough loan spell is a financial win. They’ve offloaded several players to Saudi clubs to balance their squad and finances.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

João Félix will join an eager Al Nassr side. He’ll play alongside stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo. The team starts the Saudi Pro League aiming to close a 13-point gap with last year’s champions, Al Ittihad and a 5 points gap to 2nd placed Al Hilal.

Chelsea finished fourth in the Premier League and reached Champions League qualification. They’ll invest in new players before their league opener against Crystal Palace next coming weeks. Félix’s move will be completed after final contract details are agreed in the coming days.