Chelsea responded to Barcelona‘s social media post celebrating Estevao’s goal against them with a post of their own, featuring the same goal. The exchange follows reports that Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, had expressed strong interest in acquiring the Brazilian attacker, whose representative, André Cury, recently confirmed the club’s pursuit.
Two days after Barcelona highlighted Estevao’s strike,Chelsea mirrored the post,sharing a photograph of the same goal scored by the player,nicknamed ‘messinho.’ This playful response underscores the competitive tension between the clubs as they vie for top talent. Cury’s disclosure of Deco’s interest in Estevao indicates a potential transfer battle, with both clubs recognizing the player’s potential.
Beyond the transfer speculation, Chelsea views their recent victory over Barcelona as a statement of intent.The win not only secured crucial points but also demonstrated the strength of Enzo Maresca’s project, dispelling any notion that their success in the Club World Cup was a fluke. Chelsea’s dominant performance against the champions League semifinalist signals their ambition to contend for the continent’s most prestigious title.
