Joao Felix reveals why he chose Atletico Madrid as Premier League clubs were also interested

Premier League clubs Manchester United and Manchester City were interested in signing Benfica youngster Joao Felix, however the 19-year-old chose La Liga side Atletico Madrid. Atletco Madrid signed Joao Felix for a €126m and the youngster has revealed why he chose the La Liga side. "I'm very happy," he said. "Everybody wants to play in the world's best teams and Atletico are one of them. Several clubs were interested but I chose Atlético. "They are the one that I liked the most and the one which had the best conditions for me to go. Atletico are one of the best teams in the world. "Every player wants to play for the world's top clubs. The opportunity came up and I'm here to give my all. They are a team that I've followed a lot in the Spanish league. "I even saw them win the league and the Europa League. I also watched the two finals that they didn't win. I've always followed the Spanish league, including Atleti."

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