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Chelsea-bound Estevao Willian left with 'void in chest' after Palmeiras title disappointment despite scooping TWO top Brazilian Serie A awards

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<p>The 17-year-old prodigy capped an exceptional debut season with Palmeiras’ senior team, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/estevao-willian-wonderkid-chelsea-sensation-breaks-neymar-record-messinho-palmeiras-brazil-serie-a/blt9815ff461dbf0b4e#cs43c84a3e36183bb3" target="_blank">netting 13 goals and providing nine assists</a> in 31 league appearances. His tally made him the third-highest scorer in the Brazilian Serie A, showcasing his promise as one of the brightest talents in Brazilian football.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Estevao's efforts were recognised and he earned two accolades including the Breakthrough Player and Best Striker of the 2024 Brazilian Serie A season. However, he was still left disappointed as Palmeiras narrowly missed out on defending their league title. The team suffered a surprising 1-0 home defeat to Fluminense on the final day of the season, leaving them as runners-up to Botafogo, who went on to clinch their first league title since 1995 with a 2-1 victory over Sao Paulo, finishing four points clear at the top of the table.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>"There is a void in my chest, the most important thing was the title," Estevao told reporters after the game. "We failed at a time when we couldn't... We lacked efficiency. We couldn't come away with the victory, we gave our all."</p><p></p>

WHAT ESTEVAO SAID

<p>Although disappointed with the team's performance, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/estevao-willian-explains-why-doesn-t-like-messinho-nickname-emotional-neymar-admission-ahead-chelsea-move/blt00477e0c0759530b" target="_blank">Estevao remained optimistic about his growth</a> and achievements this season. “At 17 years old, I am experiencing something unforgettable,” he said. “Getting more and more mature, I'm grateful."</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Estevao's meteoric rise has not gone unnoticed, with Chelsea agreeing to sign the teenager for a reported fee of <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/chelsea-gbp56m-estevao-willian-deal-palmeiras/blt57be01458e565c74" target="_blank">£56 million ($73.1 million)</a>. He is set to officially join the Blues in July 2025, shortly after his 18th birthday, but will reportedly visit his new club in January.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR ESTEVAO?

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Chelsea-bound Estevao Willian said he has a &quot;void in my chest&quot; after Palmeiras&apos; title failure, despite scooping two top Brazilian Serie A awards.

Chelsea-bound Estevao Willian left with &apos;void in chest&apos; after Palmeiras title disappointment despite scooping TWO top Brazilian Serie A awards