Chelsea Unveil Dual Brazilian Starlets Estevao, Messinho in Impressive Debuts

Chelsea's new signing Estevao, an 18-year-old Brazilian winger acquired from Palmeiras for an initial £30 million, made a stunning debut in a 2-0 friendly win over Bayer Leverkusen by scoring the opening goal and displaying impressive skill and confidence. Manager Enzo Maresca praised Estevao's talent and maturity, emphasizing the need to support the young player without pressuring him as he adapts to his new environment. Estevao's performance was dominant, with him leading in shots, touches in the opposition box, and chance creation, helping Chelsea control the match and excite fans who quickly embraced him as a rising star. The club is optimistic about his future contributions while preparing for their final pre-season friendly against AC Milan and the upcoming Premier League campaign. Maresca also addressed squad rotation challenges and confirmed Chelsea's intent to strengthen their defense following an injury to Levi Colwill. Estevao’s debut has generated significant enthusiasm among supporters, who have lauded his confident display and potential to become a key player for Chelsea.