Joao Felix will not return to Chelsea as part of Mauricio Pochettino's squad next season. The Portuguese forward spent the second half of the season on loan at Stamford Bridge under Graham Potter and Frank Lampard.
The 23-year-old made 20 appearances in total for Chelsea, scoring four times. football.london understands he loved his time in London and was keen on staying beyond the expiry of his contract.
However, Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo confirmed earlier this week he wouldn't be returning to Chelsea next season. "We've been informed that Pochettino does not count with Joao Felix for Chelsea," he said.
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"He will return here, we'll see. We have nothing planned."
Pochettino's decision not to sign Felix as part of his plans in west London means the former Benfica star will seek a new challenge elsewhere. However, right now, the forward is enjoying himself in Ibiza.
Felix has posted a series of images of himself and friends taking in the hot weather overseas on Instagram. On Wednesday, he posted four images of him walking along the streets before releasing more of him on a yacht.
Where Felix will end up next season remains unclear. Newcastle have expressed an interest in his services ahead of their return to the Champions League, alongside potential suitors in Europe.
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