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Hungry for sport, he grew up to the sound of Formula 1 engines and the exploits of Ronaldinho. Today, with a Master’s degree in sports journalism, he never misses an F1 Grand Prix or a PSG match, his two passions and specialties.
Considered one of the greatest Brazilian talents of the moment, Estevao Willian will join Chelsea who have reached an agreement with Palmeiras for his transfer. But before that, most of the big European clubs have looked into his situation, like PSG or FC Barcelona. However, the Blaugrana club has decided not to insist in order to let Lamine Yamal blossom.
Brazil has historically been an important hunting ground for major European clubs, who regularly unearth great talents for the future there. real Madrid has not held back in recent years from drawing on the Brazilian talent pool, recruiting in particular Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo and again recently Endrick. But the latest star to have caused a stir in the Brazilian transfer window is called Estevao Willian. A player followed by many big European clubs like the PSG or even FC Barcelona.
Barca drops Estevao for Yamal
However, the FC Barcelona decided not to pursue this matter any further, for a very simple reason, Lamine Yamal has hatched before the eyes of the world. Chelsea was one of the clubs interested in Estevao, but in reality, all the big European clubs were very attentive to his situation. He was on the list of Barcelona, for example, and they wanted him before Lamine Yamal started to show his exceptional talent “, tell Fabrizio Romano For Caught Offside.
Chelsea have won the bet
A godsend for Chelsea who ultimately won the bet. Blues have spent almost €60 million to recruit Estevao Willian who will arrive in London at the end of the season, when he will be 18 years old. Chelsea are confident they have signed a top player for the present and future, capable of playing as a right winger but also as a number 10. “, adds Fabrizio Romano.
