Simeone confirms Atletico star's departure

Atlético are unusually active in the summer transfer window. ‘Colchoneros’ have made several high-profile signings, such as Julian Alvarez or Alexander Sorloth. The partings of the Madrid club can be no less notable.

For a long time now, striker João Félix has been linked with leaving Atletico, and team manager Diego Simeone confirmed the parting of ways when speaking to the press after the match against Villarreal:

‘Felix is not in the squad today? You will be informed soon, it's about the transfer. I have already been informed about it’, - quotes Simeone Goal.

Recall that the Portuguese striker is now close to a move to Chelsea London. He is part of the move to the capital of Spain midfielder ‘pensioners’ Conor Gallagher.

Earlier, Simeone expressed about the transfer policy of the Madrid club in the summer window.