Joao Felix left fans in awe with his silky skills during his presentation following his move to Barcelona from Atletico Madrid on deadline day.
Felix, who spent the second half of the previous season with Premier League side Chelsea, has returned to Spain by joining Barcelona on loan for the remainder of the campaign.
While the deal does not include an option to buy, the 23-year-old received the full treatment of a new player, participating in the club’s traditional presentation.
In front of the gathered media and fans, he showcased his skills by performing an impressive display of kick-ups. Felix juggled the ball using both of his feet, both of his knees, and his head, putting on a remarkable show during his official Barcelona presentation.
João Félix’ first ball touches as a Barça player.
Way better than Dembele 😂
— Janty (@CFC_Janty) September 2, 2023
Felix’s brilliant kick-ups following his transfer to the Camp Nou outfit sent social media wild as they compared it to Ousame Dembele’s unveiling in 2017.
One X user wrote: “He looks so at home man. Proper baller.”
A second said: “Those kick ups are clean tho.”
A third commented: “Dembele barely touched the ball.. it kept running away from him.”
A fourth added: “Already better than Dembele tears in my eye.”
Another claimed: “He’s gonna ball here. They play his kinda football not Atleti & Chelsea.”
Speaking at his presentation, Felix said: “Everyone knows how happy I am to be here. It was a dream since I was a child. I come here to help, I’m one more and I hope it will be a great season.”
Club president Joan Laporta added: “Welcome, Félix. With our game system you will be able to express all your talent. I’m very excited, it hasn’t been easy.
“I want to thank João Félix for his effort and commitment to make this signing possible. Today is a historic day.”
Felix is in Xavi’s matchday squad for their La Liga fixture at Osasuna on Sunday.