Joao Felix has hit back at reports linking him with a move to the Blues' Premier League rivals Newcastle

Joao Felix has disputed rumors that he will be moving to Newcastle United for $100 million (£87 million) this summer. Since joining Chelsea on loan in January, the Portuguese sensation has scored three goals.

In the winter, his temporary transfer from Atletico Madrid sparked questions when he was bought for six months for £12 million, a figure that was later derided after he was dismissed within an hour of his debut. The 23-year-old has subsequently made an impression under three different coaches, but he hasn't consistently displayed the superiority that would justify his $111 million price tag.

Felix is expected to head back to Madrid this summer where another decision on his future will be made. Chelsea, who have made a good home for the talented attacker, aren't out of the running with his love of London made clear throughout his time in the capital.
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Felix will have other suitors snooping around him in anticipation of a summer clearout at Stamford Bridge, an upcoming new manager, and a desire to play in the Champions League. However, the possibility of Atletico Madrid recovering more than £80 million for him on a long-term contract has cast doubt on such a scenario.
The Portuguese site Eleven Sport wrote on Instagram: "[Translated] Newspaper, Marca, write that only Newcastle are willing to pay the $100m Atletico wants [for Felix]." Newcastle and Manchester United are only two of the teams associated with making a move for him at the end of the season.