PALMEIRAS teen sensation Estevao Willian is attracting interest from THREE Premier League clubs.
Willian recently broke into the Brazilian powerhouses’ first team following a string of impressive displays for their youth sides.
Word has spread quickly about the 16-year-old midfielder’s talents, so much so that Spanish giants Barcelona are already plotting to swoop for him.
But according to reports, they’re not the only clubs interested in acquiring his services.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are all tracking the teenager’s progress.
They claim the Premier League trio are “bidding hard” to try tosnap up the starlet – who has a whopping £51million buyout clause.
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The Spanish sporting newspaper also claims French champions Paris Saint-Germain are among the versatile midfielder’s suitors.
But the quartet’s respective bids to sign him could be scuppered by the teen – who has been dubbed the Little Lionel Messi – himself.
Mundo Deportivo claims “Messinho” has his heart set on playing for Barca and the Palmeiras brass will respect his wishes by snubbing other offers.
Willian revealed his desire to play for the Catalans last year, telling Mundo Deportivo: “[My dream is] to play for Barcelona.
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“Which is one of the best clubs in the world.
“I was born watching Neymar, Messi and Suarez play for Barcelona, and that’s the dream I have.
“I watch almost every Barca match. I’m a fan of the club.
“I have a great admiration for the players who play there, and I hope to be there too.
“Yes, it would be a dream come true.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
