Chelsea reject Joao Felix hints at shock Premier League transfer as he wears London rivals’ shirt in training clip
JOAO FELIX has hinted at a shock transfer that would see him return to London.
The Portuguese attacker spent the second half of last season on loan at Chelsea from Atletico Madrid.
Felix, 23, netted four goals in 16 Premier League appearances but could not inspire the Blues back up the league table.
It was thought he could permanently move to Stamford Bridge this summer, but a deal appears unlikely with Chelsea pursuing other targets.
Felix, however, has now hinted at a move to the Blues' London rivals, West Ham.
He was filmed practising his skills by football agent Miguel Gomes while wearing the Hammers' third kit from last season.
In the video, Felix can be seen taking part in a shooting drill, scoring three out of his five attempts.
It is the same shirt they wore as they won the Conference League and had West Ham star Said Benrahma's name on the back.
Felix only played against West Ham once last season, in a match at the London Stadium that ended 1-1, with the hosts in their traditional claret and blue shirt.
This means that Felix would not have got his hands on the shirt with a typical swap at the end of the game with the Algerian winger.
West Ham would be able to offer the attacker Europa League football next season, although it is thought he would aim for a Champions League club if he was to leave the LaLiga side.
The Hammers are set to sell Declan Rice to Arsenal for a record £105million fee and will be looking to reinvest that money in their squad.
Although after seeing Felix wearing the club shirt, many Hammers are keen on the idea of him moving to the club.
One tweeted: "Felix to west ham here we go."
A second commented: "Get him to the bowl."
A third wrote: "Joao Felix to West Ham confirmed ��."
A fourth said: "Welcome to West Ham."
While a fifth added: "Wow there it is then Joao Felix is joining West Ham."
Felix has also been linked with moves to Newcastle, Wolves and Aston Villa.
