Chelsea are prepared to table a huge €65 million (£56m/$70m) bid for the next Brazilian star from Palmeiras.
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- Chelsea targeting young talent
- Willing to fork out for 'Messinho'
- Biggest transfer in Brazilian football
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WHAT HAPPENED?
Willian Estevao is attracting interest from the Premier League giants following his breakthrough in South America. The winger, who has earned the nickname 'Messinho', comes from the same crop as Real Madrid-bound Endrick. Chelsea are keen to continue their development of young talent and are keen to move for the 17-year-old this summer.
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WHAT THE REPORT SAID
GOALhas learned that the Blues are willing to sanction a deal that would make it the biggest transfer in Brazilian football, exceeding Palmeiras' sale of Endrick. Any move would have performance-based bonuses included that would go straight to the club.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Chelsea have had a lot of success with South American talent over the years. A deal could also mark the end of the line for Raheem Sterling, who is reportedly on Mauricio Pochettino's unwanted list this summer.
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WHAT NEXT FOR ESTEVAO AND CHELSEA?
The domestic season in Brazil has only just begun and Estevao will have to stay at Palmeiras for almost another year. The winger would not be able to move to Chelsea until he turns 18 in April 2025.
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