João Félix, currently on loan at Barcelona from Atlético Madrid, has openly expressed his desire to remain with the Catalan club beyond his temporary stint. In a recent interview with The Nude Project, Félix stated, “I’m on loan, it doesn’t depend on me. My plan is clear, I love Barcelona and I want to stay”. He acknowledged that his future at Barcelona is contingent on several factors, adding, “It depends on several factors, so let’s see what’s gonna happen”.
Background and Recent Developments
Félix’s comments are part of a series of statements he has made regarding his future at Barcelona. Over the past few months, he has consistently voiced his preference to continue playing for Barça. Notably, on April 4, 2024, he expressed his desire to stay at the club, a sentiment he reiterated on several occasions throughout April and early June.
Barcelona’s interest in retaining Félix was highlighted in a news report from June 4, 2024, which mentioned the club’s intention to keep both João Félix and João Cancelo. This ongoing interest from Barcelona aligns with Félix’s wishes, although the final decision will likely involve negotiations between Barcelona and Atlético Madrid, considering his current contract ties with the latter.
As the summer transfer window approaches, the situation remains dynamic, with all parties awaiting a resolution that aligns with their respective interests and strategies.