Joao Felix Joins Al-Nassr from Chelsea to Reunite with Ronaldo

Portuguese forward João Félix has signed a two-year deal with Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr, joining compatriot Cristiano Ronaldo and reuniting under Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus. Once a highly promising talent with a blockbuster transfer from Benfica to Atlético Madrid in 2019 for around €127 million, Félix's European career has been marked by multiple loan spells at top clubs like Barcelona, AC Milan, and Chelsea, yet he struggled to consistently perform at the highest level. His transfer to Al-Nassr, reportedly for an initial €30 million fee with potential add-ons, represents a significant pay cut but offers the chance to revive his career in a growing league seeking global prominence. Félix expressed enthusiasm about spreading joy and winning together, signaling a fresh start in Saudi Arabia. Al-Nassr aims to leverage the partnership between Félix and Ronaldo to enhance their domestic and international success as the club undergoes squad strengthening following a third-place league finish. This move continues Saudi Arabia's strategy of attracting global football stars to boost the league's profile.