Wonderkid Joao Felix Attracting Interest from Real Madrid, Manchester United, and Others

Teenage sensation Joao Felix has recently taken the football world by storm with his outstanding performances for the Portuguese Primeira Liga leaders, Benfica. The 19-year-old attacking midfielder has become a household name due to his remarkable season with the club.

Felix’s rise to fame reached a new milestone when he became the youngest player to score a hat-trick in Europa League history during Benfica’s quarter-final first leg tie against Eintracht Frankfurt last week. He followed up this extraordinary feat with another goal in Benfica’s 4-2 victory over Setúbal, further solidifying their pursuit of a fifth league title in six years.

The Portuguese wonderkid has been prolific for the Eagles this season, netting 11 goals and providing 6 assists in the top-flight. Notably, his performances in the Europa League have showcased his world-class potential on one of Europe’s grand stages.

Felix’s exceptional talent has not gone unnoticed, with several top clubs expressing interest in acquiring the young prodigy. Premier League giants, Manchester City, Manchester United, and Liverpool, are among those keen on securing his services. Additionally, Italian champions Juventus and the reigning Champions League holders, Real Madrid, have also shown strong interest in the prodigious talent. The potential price tag for Felix is rumored to be a staggering €120 million, a figure that has raised eyebrows in the football world.

Jorge Mendes, a renowned agent representing superstar players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, James Rodriguez, and Bernardo Silva, has already been appointed as the agent for Joao Felix. This affiliation suggests the young midfielder’s ambition to make his mark at one of Europe’s top clubs.

According to Goal.com, Manchester City’s sporting director, Txixi Begiristain, attended one of Felix’s standout performances when he scored a treble against Eintracht Frankfurt. Begiristain has subsequently held discussions with the agent to explore the possibility of Felix making a move to Manchester.

Joao Felix has garnered praise from many as one of the most promising talents in the football market. However, the true test of his abilities lies ahead as he aims to live up to the considerable hype surrounding him. The footballing world eagerly anticipates where this young Portuguese sensation will ultimately find his new home.