Known affectionately as ‘Little Messi,’ Estevao Willian, a 16-year-old sensation from Brazil, has caught the attention of major European clubs such as Barcelona, Manchester United, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and Manchester City. Having recently debuted for Palmeiras in the club’s season finale, the teenager is expected to leave the Brazilian league when he reaches 18 in 2025.

Initially viewed as a favorite for Barcelona’s acquisition due to Willian expressing his aspiration to join the Catalan giants, the club might lose out on securing him. Competing clubs seem more inclined to meet the player’s release clause of €60 million (£52m/$66m) set by Verdao, potentially edging out Barcelona, as reported by Mundo Deportivo.

In a bid to explore options for his son, the player’s father toured prominent European clubs like City, Chelsea, and PSG in October. While sharing his son’s desire for Barcelona, financial constraints might hinder their ability to make a substantial offer.

In 2024, the young talent aims to showcase his skills in numerous Palmeiras matches, aiming to impress global clubs. The decisive factor lies in which club meets his valuation and eventually secures his signature.

FC Barcelona performance and stats

It will be FC Barcelona ended the league in the 4th position with 38 points.

In the last 18 games, it has won 11 times, drawn 5 times, and lost twice. In its last match, FC Barcelona won 3-2 against Almería.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 34 goals and conceding 21.​

Manchester City performance and stats

Manchester City is currently 5th in the Premier League with 34 points.

In the last 17 games, it has won 10 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 3 times. In its last match, Manchester City drawn 2-2 against Crystal Palace.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 40 goals and conceding 20.​

Manchester City will play the next match in Premier League against Everton on Wednesday 27th of December in Liverpool. The prediction is Manchester City winning the match.​

Manchester United performance and stats

Manchester United is currently 8th in the Premier League with 28 points.

In the last 18 games, it has won 9 times, drawn once, and lost 8 times. In its last match, Manchester United lost 2-0 against West Ham United.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 18 goals and conceding 23.​

Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Aston Villa on Tuesday 26th of December in Manchester. The prediction is Manchester UnitedAston Villa winning the match.​

Paris Saint Germain performance and stats

Paris Saint Germain is currently 1st in the Ligue 1 with 40 points.

In the last 17 games, it has won 12 times, drawn 4 times, and lost once. In its last match, Paris Saint Germain won 3-1 against Metz.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 42 goals and conceding 14.​