LONDON, Jan 10:The race for Joao Felix’s signature is over.The Portuguese attacker was the subject of interest from the likes of Arsenal and Manchester United this month, but, as has become a trend in recent years, Chelsea have nipped in at the 11th hour and secured this loan deal.
The Blues have agreed a loan deal that will include an €11milliuon fees as well as a package that will see the London club completely cover the forward’s wages. Felix is set to join Chelsea, and this move could be announced in the coming hours as a medical has been pencilled in very soon.
This is a blow to Arsenal who were hoping to sign Felix themselves.Felix has been flirting with the PL for a while now. (Agencies)