Bayern Munich and Chelsea Vie for Palmeiras' Rising Star Estêvão Willian
Bayern Munich and Chelsea are locked in a fierce competition to secure the signature of Palmeiras' highly touted winger, Estêvão Willian, reports AS.
Currently aged 17, Estêvão has attracted significant attention from European giants due to his promising talent. Both Bayern Munich and Chelsea are keen on bolstering their squads with the young Brazilian prospect.
As per reports, Chelsea has taken the initiative in negotiations and is poised to make their initial offer to Palmeiras following the conclusion of the Premier League season. Estêvão's release clause stands at €60 million, a figure that Palmeiras is seeking to maximize in negotiations.
Under the management of Todd Boehly, Chelsea has demonstrated a commitment to acquiring emerging talents from South America, having previously secured signings such as Kendry Paez, Andrey Santos, and Angelo.
In their pursuit of Estêvão, Chelsea is reportedly prepared to offer €30 million upfront, supplemented by additional performance-related add-ons. However, Palmeiras is holding out for a fixed fee of €45 million, with potential variables that could surpass the player's release clause.
Bayern Munich, on the other hand, is also intensifying their efforts to secure Estêvão's services. While they have yet to present a formal offer, reports suggest that the German powerhouse is determined to explore all avenues to secure the winger's signature.
Although Real Madrid and Barcelona are traditionally active in the transfer market, their focus appears to be elsewhere at present. Real Madrid's attention is directed towards River Plate's Franco Mastantuono, while Barcelona's financial constraints make a potential deal unfeasible for them at this time.
As negotiations continue to unfold, Estêvão is expected to remain in Brazil until he reaches the age of 18, adding a layer of complexity to the transfer process. However, with two European heavyweights vying for his services, the stage is set for what could potentially become the most expensive transfer from South America to Europe in history.
