JOAO Felix is in line for an immediate Premier League return just days after Chelsea refused a permanent transfer.
The Portugal star spent the second half of last season on loan at Stamford Bridge but has failed to impress new boss Mauricio Pochettino.
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Instead, Felix is now set to return to parent club Atletico Madrid ahead of the start of pre-season.
However, Premier League fans may not have seen the last of the 23-year-old forward.
According to Football Insider, Aston Villa have been offered the chance to sign Felix this summer.
The report adds that Villa are one of a number of Premier League sides to have been approached about a potential deal.
Villa are understood to have not ruled out making a move for Felix, despite his reported £244,000-per-week Atletico Madrid wages.
Unai Emery is looking to bolster his attack ahead of the club’s return to Europe next season.
He has already seen his advances knocked back in a bid to land Marco Asensio, who is instead set for Paris-Saint Germain.
That has opened the door to sign Felix, who has also reportedly been offered to Newcastle United.
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Any deal with the Magpies is thought to rely on an agreement over his wages, with PSG also touted as a possible destination.
However, Felix would prefer a return to the Premier League following his brief spell last term.
The ex-Benfica star scored four goals in 20 appearances for Chelsea but failed to convince Pochettino to keep him at the club.