Joao Felix has secured a stunning salary increase following his recent transfer to Al Nassr, joining fellow Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League. The former Atletico Madrid forward, who was once a top talent at Benfica and had a high-profile, but ultimately disappointing, loan spell at Chelsea, has taken a surprising turn in his career by moving to the Middle East.
Felix, 24, was at one point considered a generational talent following his €126 million transfer to Atletico Madrid in 2019. However, he struggled to satisfy high expectations both in La Liga and during his time with Chelsea in the Premier League. Reports had linked him with a sentimental return to Benfica but, instead, he decided to accept a lucrative offer from the Saudi Arabian club.
Sources reveal that Felix’s new contract at Al Nassr will see him earning a salary well above his previous wages in Europe. The move aligns him with Cristiano Ronaldo, who has helped raise the profile and competitiveness of the Saudi Pro League since his own high-profile switch. This transfer is further proof of the growing appeal of the Saudi football project, which continues to attract major European stars with financial incentives and promises of on-field ambition.
Commenting on his decision, Felix reportedly said, “I believe this is the right move for my career at this moment and I am looking forward to teaming up with the great talents at Al Nassr, especially Cristiano Ronaldo.” The presence of his compatriot Ronaldo was said to have played a significant role in swaying his decision.
Felix’s move to Al Nassr marks a new chapter, both for the player and the Saudi league, as talent continues to flow into the Gulf state from the European game. Whether the change in environment and the prospect of working under Al Nassr’s management will help Felix re-find his best form remains to be seen, but the football world will be watching closely.
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