Estevao Willian, the 17-year-old Brazilian football sensation, don talk why him decide to join Chelsea in a deal wey cost around £51 million. The young attacking midfielder, who go move to Stamford Bridge next summer, dey make waves in South American football with him exceptional performances for Palmeiras.
Estevao say the main reason him choose Chelsea be because of the club’s strategic vision and faith in him potential. Him talk to The Guardian say, “I decided for Chelsea because of their planning. I was very pleased with that. Not just for me, but also for my family. It was the club that believed in me and trusted in my work. I hope I can pay that back.”
Chelsea’s commitment to nurturing young talent align with their recent focus on acquiring high-potential players, and this philosophy resonate deeply with Estevao. The club’s history of developing young stars further convince the Brazilian sensation that Stamford Bridge be the right place for him to flourish.
Estevao’s remarkable performances in Brazil‘s Serie A have drawn global attention. During the 2024 season, him score nine goals and provide seven assists in just 23 league matches for Palmeiras. These impressive statistics not only keep him club in the title race but also earn him two appearances for Brazil’s senior national team.
Although Estevao won’t join Chelsea until next summer, him already start building relationships with him future teammates. Him share a touching story about a social media exchange with current Chelsea star Cole Palmer. Estevao recount say, “We talked on social media, I tagged him on Instagram, he call me a star, I say he’s a star too. He say we’re going to do a lot of great things together for Chelsea.”
Estevao also dey in discussions with another promising talent, Ecuadorian midfielder Kendry Paez, who will join Chelsea alongside him. The duo talk about the challenges of adapting to English football and improving their language skills but remain optimistic about their future success at the club.
