Brazil legend Ronaldo compares Chelsea youngster Estevao Willian to ‘world-class’ European Championship winner

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The Chelsea fanbase should be extremely excited about the arrival of Estevao Willian next year.

Chelsea announced back in June that they’ve agreed to sign Estevao Willian from Palmeiras, with the Brazilian youngster officially joining in the summer of 2025.

In the meantime, the 17-year-old rising star has continued shining and developing in the Palmeiras first team.

Estevao kept Palmeiras in the league title race in midweek by scoring a 90th-minute free-kick winning goal, which means the Brazilian division crown will be decided on its final matchday this weekend.

In 30 league games for Palmeiras this season, the right-winger has scored 13 goals and created nine assists. It looks like the skilful left-footed attacker will be another very exciting addition to the Chelsea squad.

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Ronaldo Nazario hails Chelsea youngster Estevao Willian

Brazilian icon Ronaldo Nazario has delivered a glowing verdict on incoming Chelsea youngster Estevao.

During a conversation with journalist Ben Jacobs via X, Ronaldo raved about the South American teenager, who’s already earned four senior Brazil caps.

Chelsea’s hierarchy is so excited about Estevao’s arrival and thinks they’ve hit the jackpot with his signature.

Paris Saint-Germain attempted to sign Estevao, but Chelsea won the race for te potential superstar.

Estevao Willian compared to Lamine Yamal

Ronaldo made a very interesting comparison above between Estevao and Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal.

They’re both exhilarating right-wingers to watch with dazzling skills and great levels of maturity, although it’s the Spanish teenager who’s currently further along with his development.

Yamal, who’s also 17, is currently a talisman in La Liga for Barcelona. He starred earlier this year as Spain won Euro 2024, beating England in the final. Jermaine Jenas described Yamal as “world-class” at the summer tournament via BBC Sport.

Here is a look at how Estevao and Yamal compare right now:

For 17-year-olds, they’ve both made incredible starts to their senior careers. While Yamal is rightly considered by many as the most talented young footballer in the world right now, keep a close eye on Estevao ahead of his move to European football in 2025.