In 2025, Chelsea will officially welcome a new talent to the team. Estevao Willian, a 17-year-old Brazilian wonderkid, has secured a deal with the Blues and could potentially be worth up to £51m with add-ons. The young player will sign a long-term contract at Stamford Bridge.
Estevao is viewed as an important addition to Chelsea’s strategy of investing in young talent for the future. Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart, the club’s ownership, have been focusing on acquiring players with potential to increase in value in the English football market.
Chelsea fans are excited about Estevao’s arrival as he is part of their wider scouting approach that extends to South America. This approach has also led to Kendry Paez’s imminent arrival at the club next year. Palmeiras signed Estevao in 2023 and he has shown promise with three goals in 15 appearances. He joins fellow Brazilians Andrey Santos, Deivid Washington, and Angelo Gabriel at Chelsea following Thiago Silva’s departure.
Upon confirmation of the deal, Estevao expressed his gratitude on social media and stated that another dream of his has come true. His arrival at Chelsea will undoubtedly bring excitement and anticipation among fans who eagerly await his potential impact on the team in the coming years.
