Joao Felix has returned to Chelsea, and this time, he’s ready to make Stamford Bridge his permanent home.
After a successful loan spell and a brief stint at Barcelona, the 24-year-old forward has signed a permanent deal with the Blues, and he’s eager to make a lasting impact.
In his first interview since rejoining Chelsea, Felix spoke candidly about his excitement to be back. "It’s a chance for me to find a home," he said, reflecting on his previous experience with the club.
"After two loans, Chelsea and Barca, I needed to stay permanently in one place. There is no better place for me to be than Chelsea. I see a perfect place to shine."
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Felix’s time at Chelsea in early 2023 was filled with memorable moments, including a standout performance in a Champions League victory over Borussia Dortmund.
Despite the team’s struggles during that period, Felix formed a strong bond with the club and its fans. Now, he’s determined to build on those memories and take his game to the next level.
The Portuguese star believes he has grown as a player since his last stint at Chelsea, citing his improved understanding of the game and his readiness for the challenges of the Premier League.
"I’ve developed as a player in a lot of ways: the perception of the game, and the spaces the ball can arrive easily where I can make more impact," Felix explained. "I’ve kind of changed since I was last here. I’m 24 now. I feel like I grew up as a player. I’m more prepared for the Premier League."
Felix also expressed his admiration for Chelsea’s new head coach, Enzo Maresca, whose style of play he believes will perfectly complement his own. After speaking with Maresca, Felix felt confident that Chelsea was the right place for him to thrive and contribute to the team’s success.
Chelsea is where he belongs. 🏡
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 21, 2024
We are delighted to announce the signing of Joao Felix from Atletico Madrid. 🇵🇹🔵 pic.twitter.com/k8jF2PNSgV
As he settles into life at Stamford Bridge, Felix is focused on helping Chelsea return to the top of world football.
"This season I want to play as many games as I can, help the team and the club be on top of world football again. Chelsea needs to be up there. This season we have to do a big season, and I am going to do my best to help."
With his eyes set on the future, Joao Felix is ready to make Chelsea his home and bring his best to the club. The work starts now, and he’s determined to leave a lasting legacy at Stamford Bridge.
