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Chelsea raise player swaps with Atletico Madrid for Felix

Chelsea have raised the prospect of a swap to keep hold of Atletico Madrid striker Joao Felix.

Felix joined Chelsea in January on-loan without a permanent option.

Chelsea are keen to keep hold of the striker and have discussed a player swap for the Portugal international.

The London Evening Standard says after a series of calls, Atletico are demanding €100m for Felix, though are open to a new loan for a fee of €16m.

Chelsea have raised the idea of a player exchange knowing Atletico are interested in both Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Marc Cucurella.

Felix scored in Chelsea's win at Bournemouth on Saturday.

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