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João Félix Sequeira, born on November 10, 1999, in Viseu, Portugal, is a highly acclaimed Portuguese professional footballer known for his versatility and technical prowess. He currently plays as an attacking midfielder or forward for Premier League club Chelsea and the Portugal national team. Félix has garnered attention for his significant transfer record and contributions to major teams across Europe, with notable achievements including winning the La Liga title with Atlético Madrid and the UEFA Nations League with Portugal.

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Early Years

João Félix was born in Viseu, Portugal, to parents Carlos and Carla, both of whom are teachers. He is of Brazilian descent through his father. Growing up, Félix developed an early interest in football, influenced by his family's support for his sporting ambitions. His childhood environment was centered around balancing education and training, which eventually led him to relocate at the age of 12 to be closer to Porto's youth facilities.

Youth Career

Félix began his football journey at Os Pestinhas in 2007 and later joined FC Porto's esteemed youth ranks in 2008. Despite the rigorous schedule of traveling from Viseu to Porto daily, Félix displayed remarkable promise. In 2015, following his release from Porto, he joined Benfica's youth academy, where he continued his development. He briefly played on loan for Padroense before making his professional debut for Benfica B in LigaPro at 16, becoming the youngest player to debut for Benfica's reserve side at that time. He made significant impacts in the youth leagues, notably helping Benfica reach the UEFA Youth League final, scoring six goals in the tournament.

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Club Career

At Benfica, Félix quickly rose through the ranks to the first team in the 2018–19 season, marking his debut against Boavista and becoming the youngest player to score in the Lisbon derby. His breakout season culminated with 20 goals and a league title win.

In 2019, he moved to Atlético Madrid for a record €126 million transfer, where he was an integral part of the team that won the 2020–21 La Liga title. Despite injury struggles, Félix had a standout 2021–22 season, earning Atlético's Player of the Year honors.

He spent loan spells at Chelsea, contributing four goals in 20 appearances in the 2022–23 season, and Barcelona, where he made a marked impact with key performances.

In 2024, Félix rejoined Chelsea permanently for €52 million and scored in his second debut for the club.

National Team Career

Youth National Teams

Félix was an active participant in Portugal's youth setups, making appearances and scoring goals for the U18, U19, and U21 teams, including a notable four-goal contribution during the European U21 Championship qualifiers.

Senior National Team

Félix earned his senior debut with Portugal in the 2019 UEFA Nations League Finals, ultimately helping his team to victory. He has since represented Portugal in major tournaments like UEFA Euro 2020 and the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where he scored and assisted crucial goals, establishing himself as an essential player for the national team.

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Player Characteristics

João Félix is lauded for his versatility, predominantly operating as an attacking midfielder but also proficient as a second striker and winger. His style is characterized by his technical skills, dribbling ability, creativity, and precise passing. These traits enable him to effectively link up play between the midfield and forward lines and execute decisive plays.

Performance Statistics

Over the course of his professional career, Félix has displayed remarkable performances through his statistics, which include numerous goals and assists across club and international competitions. [Note: As exact figures are not provided in the source, specific detailed statistics are unavailable.]

Records

Félix holds personal records such as being the youngest player to score a UEFA Europa League hat-trick and various awards acknowledging his potential and performances.

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Achievements

Team Achievements

Benfica: Primeira Liga (2018–19)
Atlético Madrid: La Liga (2020–21)
Portugal: UEFA Nations League (2018–19)

Individual Achievements

Golden Boy: 2019
Atletico Madrid Player of the Year: 2021–22
La Liga Player of the Month: November 2020, March 2022

Awards and Recognition

Félix has received numerous awards recognizing his impact and talent, including the Primeira Liga Best Young Player of the Year and selections in prominent squads and best player lists, highlighting his trajectory as one of the promising talents in world football.

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Career Overview

João Félix’s career thus far has been marked by significant transfers, pivotal roles in team successes, and celebrated individual accolades. His journey through major European clubs has established him as a potent force in contemporary football.

Off the Field

Aside from his football career, Félix has engaged in charitable work, notably donating equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic to support healthcare efforts in his hometown of Viseu.

Personal Life

Félix maintains a close family connection with his parents and brother Hugo, who is also pursuing a football career at Benfica. He was formerly in a relationship with Portuguese actress Margarida Corceiro until May 2023. His personal life is characterized by a strong commitment to family values and ongoing developments off the pitch.

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Transfer	Goal	Assists
Chelsea August 2024 - February 2025	7	2
Milan February 2025 - Now	3	0

João Félix: Career