The Portuguese international is the dream target for manager Unai Emery, and Villa are keeping “contacts active” to secure his signature. Felix has already tested himself in the Premier League during a loan spell at Chelsea, but he returned to Spain after an underwhelming spell. However, Emery believes he can unlock Felix’s potential and make him a key player for Villa.

The deal won’t be easy, and it’s set to be an expensive package. Felix joined Atletico back in 2019 for a monumental £113m, and Villa will need to tempt them into a sale. However, with Moussa Diaby heading to Saudi Arabia, Villa are set to receive a whopping £60m, which they could use to fund the move.

Felix’s stats from his loan spell at Barcelona are impressive, with 10 goals and 6 assists in 44 games. He’s a talented player who could make a significant impact at Villa Park. Emery’s recruitment team has already made some exciting signings this summer, but Felix would be a marquee addition.

Villa’s return to Champions League football means they need to strengthen their squad, and Felix would be a significant upgrade. He’s played 16 times in the Premier League for Chelsea, scoring four goals and receiving one red card. However, Emery believes he can get the best out of him.

The transfer window is heating up, and Villa fans will be excited to see if they can secure Felix’s signature. With Monchi, the president of football operations, working alongside Emery, Villa have a strong recruitment team in place. They’ll be hoping to tempt Atletico into a sale and bring Felix to Villa Park.

If the deal goes through, Felix would be an exciting addition to Villa’s squad. He’s a talented player with a lot to offer, and Emery’s belief in him could be the key to unlocking his potential. Villa fans will be watching developments closely, hoping to see Felix in claret and blue soon.