Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix have turned Al-Nassr into a notable presence in Saudi soccer, but Felix’s future has become a subject of interest following his impressive performance since joining the club in 2025. The Portuguese forward, who arrived from Chelsea, has significantly boosted his status, becoming a key player for both Al-Nassr and the Portugal national team under new coach Jorge Jesus.
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Felix's comeback story is remarkable; having struggled with clubs such as Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Chelsea, and Milan, he has found stability and success at Al-Nassr. He scored 26 goals and provided 19 assists in 47 appearances during the 2025-26 season, playing a crucial role in the team's title victory. His strong start to the current season includes four goals and three assists across his initial games.
His resurgence has also benefitted his national team performance, as he netted goals in each of Portugal’s first three matches during the recent international period. Felix noted that playing as a second striker has been vital for him. "Playing in my natural position has been to my advantage. It’s in this position that I distinguished myself at Benfica, and I have my confidence primarily when I play there," he stated.
Despite his success at Al-Nassr, Felix has expressed a desire to return to European football, specifically aspiring to play in the UEFA Champions League again. He mentioned, "I’m planning to return to Europe, though perhaps not immediately... I’m eager to return to Europe, to play in the Champions League again."
His reported dream destination is Barcelona, where he previously played on loan for the 2023-24 season. During that time, he made 44 appearances, scoring 10 goals and providing six assists. Felix's sentiments about his time with Barcelona and his ambitions remain strong. "Simply playing for Barcelona made me very happy; it was a childhood dream for me," he remarked.
Furthermore, his agent, Jorge Mendes, has communicated Felix's intention to return to Barcelona, potentially as a free transfer when his contract with Al-Nassr expires on June 30, 2027. The player is reportedly willing to accept a lower salary to facilitate this move.