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Palmeiras' Ferreira Backs Estevao Amid Chelsea Transfer Debate

6/29/2025

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Palmeiras manager Abel Ferreira passionately defended 18-year-old Estevao, who is poised to join Chelsea for €34 million after the Club World Cup. Following a challenging match against Botafogo, where Estevao faltered on the left wing, concerns about his readiness for Chelsea's fierce competition next season have emerged, igniting a fierce debate in the media.

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Palmeiras manager Abel Ferreira passionately defended 18-year-old Estevao, who is poised to join Chelsea for €34 million after the Club World Cup. Following a challenging match against Botafogo, where Estevao faltered on the left wing, concerns about his readiness for Chelsea's fierce competition next season have emerged, igniting a fierce debate in the media.