September 17th 2024.
Enzo Maresca, the head coach of Chelsea, cannot stop singing praises for one of the team's new signings. The summer transfer window saw the Blues secure the services of 17-year-old Estevao Willian from his boyhood club Palmeiras. The deal was worth an initial fee of £29 million, but with various add-ons, it could potentially rise to £51 million, making him the most expensive Brazilian teenager in history.
Chelsea had been closely monitoring Estevao's progress for some time and were delighted to finally secure his signature. However, they have allowed him to remain in Brazil for another season to continue his development before joining the team next year. But that has not stopped those at Stamford Bridge, including Maresca, from eagerly anticipating his arrival. The young attacker has already impressed with four goals and two assists in his last four games.
During a recent interview, Maresca expressed his excitement about working with Estevao next season. He mentioned that the team was following his progress closely and were pleased with the way he has been performing for his current club. The Italian coach also acknowledged that it was unfortunate that Estevao was not doing his fantastic work for Chelsea at the moment, but they were patient and looking forward to his arrival next year.
Estevao's impressive stats of 15 goals and 10 assists in 41 appearances this year have caught the attention of many, including Chelsea. With the club making some big signings this summer, the teenager will have to compete for a place in the first team next season. However, according to his agent, Andre Cury, Chelsea is interested in deploying Estevao in a central position, providing competition for Cole Palmer.
Cury also believes that Estevao has the ability to adapt to any style of play, making him a valuable asset for the team. He mentioned that Chelsea sees the young winger as a number ten, which is an important role for them. Cury believes that playing in the middle will allow Estevao to further develop his skills.
The Blues will be back in action this weekend, facing West Ham in an away game. With the team continuously improving and making strategic signings, the future looks bright for Chelsea. Fans can sign up for news, exclusives, and analysis to stay updated on all things Chelsea. The team is determined to make an impact this season and beyond, and with talented players like Estevao Willian, they are well on their way to achieving that goal.
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