Joao Felix was one of the Portugal stars who lit up their World Cup last 16 clash with Switzerland, helping his nation rack up a 6-1 win.
Felix provided two assists, including the pass for the opener, carving the Swiss defence apart.
It was a virtuoso performance from the 23-year-old, who has been linked with a move to Manchester United in recent weeks.
Spanish newspaper AS report United enquired after him in the summer, and claim in a report this week that Atletico are ready to cash in for £86 million including add-ons.
There is a risk his performance inflates his price tag again. He was magnificent last night to help his side set up a quarter-final clash against Morocco.
ITV pundit Nigel de Jong told the channel’s post-game coverage that Felix reminded him of Brazilian legend Kaka, the way he glided through the final third in possession.
It was an apt comparison, last night Joao Felix was close to being just that good.
Joao Felix comments on Atletico unhappiness
A separate report a week ago from AS claimed Felix was keen to leave Atletico Madrid, where he has started irregularly this season.
The Portuguese forward spoke out after the game, and opened up a little about the difference between international and club football – commenting to suggest all is not well in the Spanish capital.
Felix’s Atletico crashed out of the Champions League bottom of their group and they sit fifth in La Liga.
It seems inevitable there will be changes, and Joao Felix is a top asset they could cash in on.
It’s unclear if Manchester United really are prepared to pay big for the forward, or whether Erik ten Hag would prefer a more traditional centre-forward like Goncalo Ramos.
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