Chelsea is looking into a potential transfer for a defender who has been compared to a legendary player from Real Madrid.

The football world is buzzing with the news that Santos' rising star Souza has caught the eye of two major clubs, Chelsea and Barcelona. The 18-year-old has been dubbed "the new Marcelo" and it's not hard to see why.

Souza has been with Santos since he was only nine years old and has quickly made a name for himself as one of the most promising young talents in Brazilian football. In February, he was called up to the senior team and made his debut as a substitute against Mirassol. Since then, he has become a regular in the starting lineup, impressing fans and coaches alike with his speed and skill on the field.

It's no surprise that Souza's outstanding performances have caught the attention of top European clubs. According to reports, both Barcelona and Chelsea are interested in signing him and are looking into the possibility of bringing him on board. Even a team from the Saudi Pro League has made an informal offer to the young left-back.

However, Santos is not in a rush to let go of their rising star. They are currently in talks to extend Souza's contract, which is set to expire next summer. The club sees him as one of Brazil's brightest young talents and wants to secure his future with them.

Souza's talent has also been recognized by the Brazilian national team. He played a crucial role in their victory at the South American Under-17 Championship last year and is being closely monitored by the senior team. With Marcelo's retirement in 2018, Brazil has been searching for a replacement on the left side of defence and Souza could be the one they've been looking for.

For Chelsea, targeting young talent from South America has become a priority under Todd Boehly's leadership. In the last transfer window, they secured the signings of Estevao and Kendry, two of the continent's top prospects. Now, they have their sights set on Souza as a possible replacement for Ben Chilwell, whose future at the club is uncertain under new head coach Enzo Maresca. With Cucurella currently holding the starting spot at left-back, Chilwell may be looking for a way out of Stamford Bridge after only one appearance in the Carabao Cup this season.

It's clear that Souza's future is bright and full of potential. Whether he stays with Santos or makes the move to one of Europe's top clubs, one thing is for sure - this young talent is one to watch out for in the world of football.

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