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'He has a big future' - Forlan tips Joao Felix to fulfil his vast potential at Atletico Madrid

Joao Felix has a "big future" ahead of him at Atletico Madrid following his record-breaking move from Benfica, according to Diego Forlan.

The 19-year-old completed a switch to Wanda Metropolitano for £113 million ($139m) at the start of July, becoming the most expensive signing in Atletico's history.

Felix had attracted attention from a number of Europe's biggest clubs, including Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Manchester United, but he opted to continue his development with Atletico.

The 19-year-old's vast potential has caught Diego Forlan's eye, with the ex-Uruguay international now backing him to achieve great success in the Spanish capital.