Synopsis
On February 4, AC Milan announced the loan signing of Joao Felix from Chelsea until the end of the season. The 25-year-old forward previously signed a seven-year contract with Chelsea in the 2024 summer transfer window.Key Takeaways
- Joao Felix joins AC Milan on loan.
- Signed a contract until June 30, 2025.
- Previously with Chelsea, scoring 7 goals this season.
- Started his career at Benfica.
- Has 45 caps for Portugal since 2019.
Milan, Feb 4 (NationPress) AC Milan has officially confirmed the acquisition of Portuguese forward Joao Felix on loan until the conclusion of the current season. The 25-year-old had previously inked a seven-year deal with Chelsea after his arrival during the summer transfer window of 2024.
Felix has made only three starts in the Premier League this season, although he has been a regular participant in cup tournaments. He has netted seven goals in the 2024-25 season, which includes one goal in the 6-2 league triumph over Wolves in August, alongside two goals in Conference League matches and a brace against League Two side Morecambe in the FA Cup.
"AC Milan is thrilled to announce the acquisition of João Félix Sequeira from Chelsea FC. The Portuguese forward has signed a contract with the club until June 30, 2025.
Born on November 10, 1999, in Viseu, Portugal, he honed his skills in his native country at Padroense and Porto before joining Benfica, where he made his first-team debut in 2017 and clinched the Portuguese league title. In 2019, he transferred to Atletico Madrid, winning La Liga, and later played for Barcelona and Chelsea. To date, João Felix has recorded 75 goals in 259 career appearances.
João made his international debut for Portugal in June 2019, scoring nine goals in 45 matches and winning the Nations League in 2019. The club statement indicated that João Félix will don the number 79 jersey.
Chelsea had secured the Portugal international on a seven-year deal, bringing him back to Stamford Bridge after a successful loan spell.
The Portuguese sensation initially joined Chelsea on loan during the winter transfer window of the 2022/23 season. During his tenure at the club, Joao made a significant impact by scoring four goals in 20 appearances, which facilitated his return to the club.
Joao Felix began his professional career at Benfica, where his outstanding performances attracted the attention of Atletico Madrid. In the summer of 2019, he made a record-breaking transfer to Spain, marking a significant milestone for both clubs.
His time at Atletico has been highlighted by major achievements, including the La Liga title. On the international front, Joao has amassed 45 caps for Portugal since his debut in 2019.
