7. João Félix (Benfica to Atlético Madrid, 2019) – €126 Million
In 2019, João Félix left Benfica for Atlético Madrid for €126 million, breaking the club’s transfer record and assuring him would be one of the most exciting prospects in the world with one of the richest football transfers.
As a 19-year-old, Félix was seen as the Portuguese heir to Cristiano Ronaldo’s throne. But the pressure of his transfer fee and Atlético’s defensive style of play have often held him back from consistency.
Unable to live up to his potential, he was loaned to Chelsea then Barcelona before finally being sold to Chelsea.Yet, Félix is still highly rated among top players.
