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Chelsea 'plot £47m swoop for Brazilian wonderkid, 17, dubbed "Messinho"' - who's a team-mate of Endrick but played just 12 times!

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Chelsea are reportedly planning a £47million bid for a Brazilian wonderkid.

Estevao Willian, 17, has gained the nickname 'Messinho' for his performances on the wing after coming through the academy of Palmeiras.

The Blues are set to bid £25.5m with possible add-ons reaching £21m for the youngster, having already had two advances snubbed.

It's a similar situation to Real Madrid paying £52m for Endrick because Willian comes from the same club and is just 12 games deep into his professional career.

Chelsea are 'strongly' in the race for him but face competition from a litany of top admirers, according to Brazilian outlet UOL.