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Joao Felix Completes €50 Million Move to Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo’s personal persuasion underlines Al Nassr’s plan to assemble a star-studded roster.

Soccer Football - Carabao Cup - Round of 16 - Newcastle United v Chelsea - St James' Park, Newcastle, Britain - October 30, 2024 Chelsea's Joao Felix during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Scott Heppell/File Photo
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Overview

  • Joao Felix signed a two-year contract with Al Nassr until June 2027 for an upfront €30 million plus up to €20 million in add-ons, with wages reported at as much as €35 million per season.
  • The 25-year-old forward has already linked up with Cristiano Ronaldo at Al Nassr’s Austrian pre-season camp and featured in the starting lineup during a recent friendly match.
  • According to Fabrizio Romano, Ronaldo’s personal phone call proved decisive in swaying Felix away from a return to Benfica and securing the transfer from Chelsea.
  • The acquisition follows Ronaldo’s contract extension through 2027 and illustrates Al Nassr’s strategy of using marquee signings to boost the Saudi Pro League’s global profile.
  • After mixed loan spells at Chelsea, Barcelona and AC Milan, Felix views the move as a chance to revive his career and prepare for Portugal’s 2026 World Cup campaign.