Atletico Madrid have struck gold with Joao Felix LaLiga The teenager is already sparkling beyond his years

Joao Felix has needed just 100 minutes of football to prove that Atletico Madrid's gigantic investment of 126 million euros was not a naïve piece of business.

Many doubted the huge transfer sum paid for Felix, but the 19-year-old has already demonstrated that he has the quality to replace the now-departed Antoine Griezmann and be Atletico's star in attack.

The teenager, who arrived from Benfica, has scored twice and assisted three goals in his first 102 minutes at the club.

In pre-season he has shown his quality on the ball, as well as an understanding with his teammates on the pitch.

Much like the fairy-tale skyscrapers of New York, which welcomed Los Rojiblancos for part of this pre-season, Felix has reached extraordinary heights in his first outings with the team.

Felix still has a lot to prove, as opposition defences will be intent on stifling his qualities this coming season, but the early signs are promising.

The forward looks to have settled well, while also building a strong on-pitch relationship with striker Diego Costa.

Judging by his opening displays, Atletico have perhaps made their most rewarding bet in the transfer market to date.