Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has praised teenage winger Willian Estevao, describing him as a “special player” following the Blues’ 3–0 Champions League victory over Barcelona on Tuesday night.
Goals from Estevao, Liam Delap and a Jules Kounde own goal secured an emphatic win for Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, as the Premier League side bounced back from their disappointing draw against Qarabag.
Speaking after the match, Maresca commended Estevao’s work ethic, discipline and maturity despite his young age.
“Estevao looks like an old-style guy. He is not on his phone all the time, not spending a lot of time on social media,” Maresca told reporters.
“He is working hard, he is a simple and normal kid. I love that. His family is always around. He is a special player but a normal guy.”
The Brazilian teenager has quickly become one of Chelsea’s standout performers this season, and his goal against Barcelona further strengthened his growing reputation.
Estevao will now look to maintain his impressive form as Chelsea prepare to take on Premier League leaders Arsenal this weekend.
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