Meet Chelsea’s future star: 17-year-old sensation Willian Estevao, who is captivating Brazil

Estevao, a 17-year-old talented winger from Palmeiras, will join Chelsea next summer. Until then, he is shining in his first senior season in Brazil. His performances on the pitch have wowed fans and pundits alike, placing him among the biggest talents in the Brazilian league.

• Estevao has scored 9 goals and 7 assists in 22 Brazilian league games
• Chelsea have signed the talented winger, who will join the team in the summer of 2025
• Estevao has already received a call-up to the Brazilian senior national team due to his exceptional form

Estevao’s great form and call-up to the national team

Estevao has become one of the biggest talents in the Brazilian league at the age of 17. He has played 22 games this season, scoring 9 goals and 7 assists. His performances have not only earned him the attention of big European clubs, but also a call-up to the Brazilian senior national team.

Chelsea await the arrival of a new signing

Chelsea will wait for the arrival of this talented player until the summer of 2025, when he comes of age. Coach Enzo Maresca praised Esteva’s development and his current form.

“We are following Estevo constantly. He is doing fantastic,” Maresca said. “We will wait until next summer when he joins us, but we are already excited about his progress.”

Estevao is looking forward to Chelsea, but his focus is on Palmeiras

Although Estevao cannot join Chelsea until 2025 at the earliest, the Brazilian youth international has already spoken of his delight at the transfer. In an interview with the Brazilian media, he shared his excitement about moving to one of Europe’s biggest clubs.

“Honestly, when I heard it, I was very happy,” Estevao revealed to Globo Esporte. “I think it’s every footballer’s dream to play in Europe for the biggest clubs in the world.”

Still, he remains fully focused on his time at Palmeiras: ” My main goal now is Palmeiras. What I did here was key to my move to Chelsea,” he added.

The future Chelsea star was the key to his success at Palmeiras

Estevao, who is considered one of the most talented young players in Brazil according to Transfermarkt, continues to shine in his development. This extraordinary talent will become an important investment for Chelsea, as not only his performances but also his hardworking nature and character suggest that he could become a key mainstay for the London club in the coming seasons.

In the last game, Estevao once again confirmed his immense talent. He showed dynamism and creativity on the pitch that makes him one of the most exciting young players of today. He constantly created space with his accurate passes and tireless movement, which led to several dangerous actions for the opponents.

Below you can see a highlight of his performance:

Source: X, Transfermarkt, Globo