Chelsea targets brazilian sensation Estevao Willian
Chelsea is likely to activate Palmeiras wonderkid Estevao Willian’s £52 million release clause, despite increased interest from Barcelona. The 16-year-old wonder, nicknamed ‘Messinho’ for his amazing ball-manipulation talents reminiscent of Lionel Messi, has emerged as a top target for the Blues as discussions with the Brazilian club heat up.
Chelsea, which has already signed promising stars from the Brazilian Serie A such as Gabriel Angelo, Andrey Santos, and Deivid Washington, is keen to add Estevao to their building squad. Barcelona, a club the teenage forward has publicly admired in the past, will be difficult competition for the Blues. According to Italian journalist Rudy Galetti, Chelsea intends to speed up negotiations with Palmeiras in order to fend off the Catalans.
Despite having promising attacking talents such as Deivid Washington and Jimmy-Jay Morgan, Chelsea is looking for an immediate boost to their frontline. The club’s pursuit of Estevao is consistent with the club’s objective of replicating Real Madrid’s successful move for striker Endrick. The Brazilian phenom has gained notice across Europe after impressing on the international arena as a crucial member for Brazil’s under-17 squad at the World Cup.
With his contract set to expire in 2026, Chelsea sees Estevao as a long-term strategic investment. While the Blues have been linked with a £100 million deal for Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, Financial Fair Play (FFP) limits may pose a problem, requiring Chelsea to negotiate carefully in the upcoming transfer window to strengthen their offensive options. The competition to sign ‘Messinho’ has begun, and Chelsea is poised to make a decisive move.
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