'Joao Felix unhappy at Chelsea' amid Aston Villa talks
01/28/2025 02:30 PM
Chelsea forward Joao Felix is “unhappy” at the club amid talks with Aston Villa over a potential January exit deal, according to talkSPORT.
According to the outlet's website on 28 January, Felix’s lack of playing time is one of the key reasons for his unhappiness at Stamford Bridge.
They also report that Unai Emery is a "huge admirer" of the Portuguese forward and had tried to sign him before his permanent move to the Blues.
Reports of Villa’s interest emerged on 27 January from Fabrizio Romano, who revealed that they are “monitoring” the situation. Fans are already excited about the possibility, and this update may provide them with even more hope for a potential deal.
Aston Villa a good fit for Joao Felix if the right deal is struck
Football Insider Verdict
Felix rejoined Chelsea last summer in a deal worth £46.3 million [Sky Sports], and in the process, Conor Gallagher moved to Atletico Madrid. The Portuguese forward has shown decent output this season in the chances he has recevied, scoring seven goals and providing two assists in 20 appearances.
However, he has struggled for consistent Premier League starts due to Chelsea's bloated attack, making just three starts. This lack of game time appears to be a key reason why he is seeking a move away.
It’s a similar situation faced by players like Christopher Nkunku, who has also been linked with a transfer away from Stamford Bridge.
A potential move for Felix would suit Emery’s team, especially with the news that Emi Buendia is set to join Bayer Leverkusen on loan [Fabrizio Romano on X]. However, some doubt the deal would be permanent, with finance expert Stefan Borson suggesting that a swap deal could be on the cards.
What Villa must avoid is including star player Jhon Duran in any such deal, as he has previously caught Chelsea’s eye. A move for Felix would show intent and excitement as the club continue their push for another Champions League spot this season.
In other news, Aston Villa are among three sides fighting for this Premier League star’s signature before the end of the transfer window.
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