Estevao Willian Almeida de Oliveira Gonçalves, known as Messinho. If his name perhaps doesn’t mean anything to you yet, the 16-year-old Brazilian is nonetheless considered one of the most promising talents of his generation. Currently in the colors of Palmeiras, the right winger is courted by the biggest European names. From Arsenal to Real Madrid via FC Barcelona or Paris Saint-Germain, who did not hesitate to make an offer of 50 million euros last summer, the kid from Franca unleashes passions.
In a long interview given to Mundo Deportivothe one who has two goals and an assist in 14 matches in all competitions since the start of the season has also returned to this transfer window. “Sometimes it’s a bit difficult to explain because I know these big clubs are interested in me, but I’m focused on improving my football, trying to do my best to be able to reach these clubs and develop myself more and more and be the best in the world”assured the person concerned.
Messinho only has Barça in mind!
However, the most juicy part of this exchange is found a few lines later. Asked about his future, the Brazilian, who is preparing to play in the U17 World Cup, sent a meaningful message. To the great misfortune of Luis Campos and his teams… “I watch almost all Barça matches, I am a fan of the club. I have great admiration for the players who play there and I hope to be there too. Playing for Barcelona, which is one of the best clubs in the world. I was born watching Neymar, Messi and Suarez play in Barcelona and that’s the dream I have.declared Messinho before adding a layer on the Pulga.
“I watch Messi a lot, he’s a player I admire a lot. I watch videos of him and try to replicate what he does on the pitch and sometimes it works.. Determined to one day reach Catalonia, PSG’s summer target also said more about his profile. “I like to help, assist, dribble, score goals, anything as long as it helps my team win. I can play on the right, but I feel more comfortable coming back to the middle, so I’m closer to the zone, I can turn left, right and that’s where I feel the most free while playing ».
Questioned, finally, about Lamine Yamal, currently in the colors of Barça and occupying Messinho’s position, the latter did not seem afraid of such a rise. Quite the contrary. “Yes, of course I saw it. He is a very talented player, I have watched several of his matches and who knows if we will be able to play together in the future.”, he admitted. You will have understood, the mission promises to be more than delicate for PSG and the other courtiers, as Barça seems to have a head start in the mind of the young crack of Palmeiras. It now remains to be seen whether the Culers will have the means to afford it and there too, there is room for doubt.
