According to renowned transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, Brazilian youngster
Esteban William
(nicknamed "Messinho") will soon join
Chelsea
The total transfer fee is €65 million. Romano has already confirmed the deal with the iconic "Here we go" and today reconfirmed that Chelsea are on the verge of completing the signing.
Palmeiras beat Vasco da Gama 2-0 in the Barclays Premier League match that ended this morning, with Esteban Wilhelm putting in a great performance, contributing two assists. Romano says the deal for the talented youngster to join Chelsea remains 100% on track.
Chelsea are currently in the process of checking the relevant contractual documents with Palmeiras, with all parties believing that the signing will be formalized within a few days. Romano reconfirmed that Chelsea will pay Palmeiras a fixed transfer fee of 40 million euros, with a further 25 million euros in floating bonuses.
Esteban William, who just turned 17 and plays as a winger, had a great performance in the U17 World Cup last year, contributing 3 goals and 3 assists. This season in the Barclays Premier League, his outstanding performance further proved his potential and strength.
Chelsea's signing shows the club's commitment and investment in young players and their ambitions for the future. Fans are looking forward to seeing the talented youngster, who has been dubbed "Messinho", at Stamford Bridge, and hopefully he will bring more creativity and attacking threat to the team.
With this deal completed, Chelsea's squad will be further strengthened and the club will continue to look for more promising young players in the transfer market to set the stage for future success.
