Former Barcelona and Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix says he wants to return to European football, despite being settled at Al Nassr.
The Portugal international moved to Saudi Arabia in June 2025 to join his national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo. Felix has made a strong start to life in the Saudi Pro League, scoring 30 goals in 55 appearances and helping Al Nassr win the title last season.
Felix, 26, has a contract with Al Nassr until June 2027 but says he is already considering a return to Europe. He believes he can still compete at the highest level, including in the UEFA Champions League.
“I’m very comfortable in Saudi Arabia. I’m happy and enjoying my football, but it’s true I’m also thinking about returning to Europe,” he said.
“I don’t know whether it’ll be next year, in two years, three or four, but I’d like to play in European competitions again.”
Felix joined Atletico Madrid from Benfica for €125M in 2019 before later moving to Chelsea for another substantial fee. He spent the 2023/24 season on loan at Barcelona and has previously made clear his desire to return to the Catalan club.
A move back to Barcelona does not currently appear straightforward, but Felix retains strong feelings for the club after his brief spell there.
“I was very happy to have worn the Barca shirt. It was a childhood dream for me, my father and my brother. It was an honour,” he said.
Felix’s comments underline his intention to remain in contention for European football while continuing his career in Saudi Arabia. His current deal means he is committed to Al Nassr through June 2027, although he has not ruled out making the move back to Europe before or after then.