Transfer to Barcelona could be blocked due to uncertainty surrounding Brazilian wonderkid
Barcelona faces a crucial decision regarding their interest in Brazilian rising star Estevao Willian, also known as Messinho. The 16-year-old’s talent has garnered significant attention in Brazil, and he has expressed his desire to play for Barcelona in the future. However, due to Barcelona’s financial situation and Estevao’s €60m release clause, the likelihood of an immediate offer seems slim. With four other European teams interested in securing a deal, the competition for his signature is fierce. Additionally, due to signing rules, he would not be able to transfer to a European team until 2025. As Palmeiras seeks to resolve his future in 2024, the race for Estevao Willian’s signature is heating up, and Barcelona may be forced out of the competition.
Barcelona Faces Tough Decision in Pursuit of Brazilian Star
Barcelona is facing a tough decision regarding their interest in Brazilian rising star Estevao Willian, also known as Messinho. The 16-year-old made his first team debut with Palmeiras at the end of 2023 and has since been generating a lot of attention in Brazil.
Despite his desire to play for Barcelona in the future, the Catalan club’s financial situation makes an imminent offer unlikely, especially with Estevao’s €60m release clause. Barcelona is not the only team interested in the young forward, as four European teams are reportedly willing to meet the release clause to secure a deal as soon as possible.
However, due to rules regarding signing players before their 18th birthday, Estevao would not be able to complete any European transfer until 2025. Palmeiras is looking to resolve his future in 2024, and the competition for his signature is heating up, with Barcelona potentially being forced out of the race.
