Joao Felix Faces Backlash From Atletico Madrid Fans After Chelsea Move
Atletico Madrid Fans Express Anger Over Joao Felix's Departure
Joao Felix's plaque has been vandalized by Atletico Madrid fans after his summer transfer to Chelsea, where he was met with messages such as 'Don't come back, pig!'
The Fallout from a Costly Transfer
After completing his £45 million transfer to Chelsea, Felix encountered a barrage of online abuse from Atletico supporters. The disrespectful display at the stadium, covered in litter, reflects their disappointment in his move following an inconsistent five-year period in Madrid.
- Atletico spent a record fee of £115 million on Felix from Benfica in 2019.
- In 131 appearances, he recorded 34 goals and 18 assists.
- His time was marked by two loan spells, first to Chelsea and then Barcelona.
Despite the backlash from fans, Felix is eager to start anew at Chelsea, expressing enthusiasm about rejoining the team after his previous loan experience during the 2022-23 season.
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