Chelsea FC: Benfica eye Joao Felix reunion as forward eyes another move after dour AC Milan loan
It was reported earlier this summer that Benfica 'dreamed' of bringing the 25-year-old home, and considered a move ahead of the Club World Cup. Chelsea are said to be open to a deal, and the Portuguese giants believe that they can get Felix back to his best.
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