Estevão Willian is considered the Brazilian Messi, however what Neymar says about him and his prediction

Brazilian football normally produces some of the best talents, as legends like Neymar, Ronaldinho, Ronaldo Nazario, and Pele became global names. Now the future looks bright once again as Palmieras winger Estevão Willian seems to be the next big thing. Chelsea has signed him, and he will play for them next summer. His nickname is Messinho due to his amazing ability to dribble past defenders with ease, but the player also looks up to Neymar due to the skills he has produced over the years. Neymar has heard about Willian and gives the player high praises, motivating the player to keep shining. Neymar also gave a bold prediction in regard to Estevão Willian that got Brazilian fans excited. Neymar said, "Which talent of this new generation excites me the most? I think Estevão of Palmeiras is big talent that is surging in Brazilian football. I think he will be a genius.” The young Brazilian winger will get to showcase his skills in the Premier League next year when he represents Chelsea.

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Estevão Willian definitely looks up to Neymar, and he mentioned the Brazilian icon being a key factor in his performances as he tries to emulate what Neymar has done over the years. Willian said, "Neymar is on another level of football. He's a guy who inspires me a lot. I always watch his videos. we all try to do what he does, but it's very difficult because he's the master of Brazilian football. I'm very happy with his praise." Estevão Willian is very skillful and is a menace against defenders.

Estevão has played a total of 13 matches in the Brazilian Serie A season so far. He has three goals and two assists so far with Palmeiras, which is the same club that played Endrick, who will pay for Real Madrid next season. Chelsea fans also believe that they have signed the next Neymar.

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Chelsea confirming Estevão Willian

On June 22nd, Chelsea announced that Estevão Willian would become a Chelsea player next year. The statement read, "Chelsea Football Club has agreed a deal to sign teenage forward Estevao Willian from Palmeiras, with the Brazilian to officially join Chelsea next summer." The deal is set to be worth more than $37 million with add ons.