“For me it’s a surprise” – Carlo Ancelotti reveals what’s surprised him about Estevao after latest Brazil win | OneFootball

Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti has revealed what’s surprised him about Estevao after the winger produced another brilliant performance.

Estevao started and scored the opening goal in Brazil’s 2-0 win over Senegal on Saturday in what was a man of the match performance.

The 18-year-old has now scored six goals in his last five starts for club and country as his brilliant start to the season continues. 

Carlo Ancelotti on what’s surprised him about Estevao

Estevao is regarded as the best player to emerge from Brazil since Neymar, and he’s already established himself as a fan favourite at Chelsea.

The level of talent he possesses is incredible, and Ancelotti has stated Chelsea are lucky to have Estevao, and you won’t find anyone who disagrees with that.

Estevao put in a man of the match performance against Senegal. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Ancelotti has worked with some of the best players to play the game, and after Brazil’s win he revealed what’s surprised him about Estevao.

“Vinicius Jr. can switch positions with Rodrygo; they are used to it. Estevao plays more openly on the right, he has incredible talent,” he told his post-match press conference.

“For me, it’s a surprise that someone so young has this kind of talent.

“He’s very accurate in his finishing, very forceful. With him, Brazil has a secure future.”

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Estevao wasn’t the only Chelsea player to feature against Senegal, with Joao Pedro coming on as a second half substitute, whilst Andrey Santos was left on the bench.

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The trio will once again all be part of the Brazil squad for their next game on Tuesday against Tunisia in the French city of Lille.

Chelsea fans will desperately be hoping the trio come through the game injury free, and are ready to be part of the match day squad for the trip to Burnley.