Report: Joao Felix dreaming of Barcelona return

Portuguese forward Joao Félix is reportedly considering a return to European football, with Barcelona emerging as his preferred destination as he weighs his long-term future at Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr.

According to a report published by Barça Blaugranes on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, the 26-year-old is keen to return to the Catalan side, where he spent the 2023–24 campaign on loan. Félix is said to be interested in rejoining a club he already knows as he considers his next career move.

The attacker remains under contract with Al Nassr until 2027, with an option to extend the agreement for another season. However, his agent, Jorge Mendes, has reportedly arranged discussions with the Saudi club to examine the player’s contractual position and possible routes back to Europe.

The reported approach involves declining the extension option and exploring a departure after the current deal expires. Although Barcelona is understood to be Félix’s preferred choice, there has been no confirmation that the Spanish club has opened negotiations or made a concrete move to secure his return.

Félix has reportedly enjoyed a successful spell in Saudi Arabia. The report credits him with winning the Saudi Pro League Player of the Season award for 2025–26 and helping Al Nassr claim their first league championship in seven years. He has also continued to feature as an important player for Portugal’s national team.

Despite those achievements, the forward is said to be attracted by the prospect of competing again in European football. A return to Barcelona could allow him to reconnect with the club and pursue opportunities at the highest level of the European game.

Mendes may prove influential if discussions develop. The agent reportedly maintains a positive relationship with Barcelona president Joan Laporta, potentially providing a channel for communication should the club consider bringing Félix back.

However, a reunion is far from guaranteed. Barcelona already has several attacking options, and the club would need to determine whether Félix fits its tactical plans and whether any agreement would be financially and competitively worthwhile. His personal preference alone would not ensure a transfer.

Juventus has also been mentioned as a possible destination if Félix decides to leave Saudi Arabia. The Italian side could offer an alternative route back to European football should Barcelona decline to pursue the move, although formal negotiations have not been confirmed.

For now, Félix’s future remains uncertain. Any potential transfer will depend on his contractual arrangements with Al Nassr, the availability of suitable offers and whether Barcelona or another European club decides to act on the reported interest.