SUMMARY
- Chelsea is nearing a deal for Estevao from Palmeiras.
- Amid that, Palmeiras manager has a request for the London-based club.
Brazilian soccer is well celebrated and esteemed all over the world due to its knack for producing world-class talents year after year. The South American giants have witnessed the development of some of the most skillful and blessed prodigies in the game who later earn big money to the top European leagues. Neymar Jr., Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo, Lucas Paqueta, and many more are just some of the few names to carry forward the Brazilian legacy in Europe.
𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬
Endrick isn’t the only baller coming out of Palmeiras right now 🇧🇷
Estêvão is a name to remember as he edges closer to a move to Chelsea 👀
Having only made a handful of first team appearances, the 17 year-old is going to be making waves… pic.twitter.com/CjA2iw9z2I
— Rising Ballers (@RisingBallers_) May 23, 2024
Taking into account the plethora of talent coming out of Brazil, several top clubs in Europe have set up their scouting systems in the region in order to grab these young players before their competitors. Estevao Willian of Brazilian club, Palmeiras looks to be the latest on the list to join a European giant from South America. Nicknamed, ‘Messinho’, the 17-year-old is on the verge of agreeing on a transfer to Premier League club, Chelsea.
Chelsea is nearing a deal for Estevao from Palmeiras
Estevao’s electric pace, flashy skills, and seamless dribbling prowess have not remained unnoticed. Chelsea got the better of several other European rivals to get the deal over the line. Estevao will now join his Palmeiras teammate, Endrick in leaving his home country for much greater heights in Europe.
The club’s manager, Abel Ferreira saw the funny side in seeing his two most talented players agreeing on an exit, “Endrick to Real Madrid and then Estevao to Chelsea now… in one year! I hope Chelsea won’t sign any other player from us. Please give us a break”. With the levels of artistry coming out of Brazil, it is safe to say that European heavyweights will surely venture into the lands again soon.
🚨🔵 Chelsea reach verbal agreement to sign Brazilian gem Willian Estevão, here we go!
Palmeiras ready to accept final bid worth €40m plus €25m add-ons.
Personal terms agreed 10 days ago, Estevão will join #CFC in 2025. 🇧🇷
Just waiting for Palmeiras president to sign. pic.twitter.com/aNEidrX7cT
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 18, 2024
According to the reliable Fabrizio Romano, the deal will include a fixed package of around $43 million along with a variable portion of $27 million. Being 17 years old currently, Estevao will only be able to join the Chelsea squad in 2025, in line with the UEFA regulations around transfers from other continents. Chelsea fans will surely follow his growth in Brazil during the coming year and hope that the young star delivers a strong impact at their club.
Estevao and Endrick are considered to be the biggest talents in Brazil
The Brazilian Serie A will unfortunately witness two of its most gifted young soccer players leave the league in a period of 12 months. Soon to be 18, Endrick is nearing his transfer to Real Madrid in the summer. Madrid signed the striker in late 2022, allowing him to spend his career at Palmeiras on a loan until he turned 18. This July, Endrick will officially join the Los Blancos amidst huge expectations and excitement among those in the club.
Endrick and Estevão making it look too easy in their warm up… Brazil’s future 🇧🇷✨ pic.twitter.com/KxJHxgPO2K
— Rising Ballers (@RisingBallers_) May 23, 2024
Endrick’s arrival on the professional scene saw him earn praise as the biggest revelation coming out of Brazil in a long time. According to the coaches and experts in the country, Estevao has an even higher potential than his club teammate. Nevertheless, the two enjoy a good relationship on and off the pitch and will soon be seen displaying their outrageous prowess on the biggest stages and competitions in soccer.