Man Utd trying to save £400,000 with risky Joao Felix transfer tactic

The Spanish side’s huge loan fee and Felix’s wages are said to be the main sticking point with Atletico currently refusing to budge on their demands. But it’s suggested their stance will weaken towards the end of the month with United also hoping the overall cost will be significantly cheaper.

It’s pointed out that by signing Felix at the end of the month, as opposed to January 1st, United will essentially save themselves around £400,000 from his weekly wages. And they could save even more if Atletico end up dropping their initial asking price for the loan fee.

But United, like other teams, will run the risk of someone coming in and meeting Atletico’s demands before that.