After the quarter-finals of the Club World Cup, Palmeiras 1-2 Chelsea. After the game, Estewan refused the invitation to prepare for the Club World Cup with Chelsea teammates. Despite being moved by this invitation, Estewan said that he must first re...
Despite being moved by this invitation, Estewan said that he must first repay the friendship of his teammates Palmeiras before leaving Brazil to London to start a new chapter in his life. Instead of heading to New York with Chelsea to prepare for the semi-finals against Fruminense, he boarded a flight back to Sao Paulo.
Estewan explained: "I had to ask Essugo (Chelsea new player) to tell me what Palmer said to me. He smiled and translated it to me, telling me, 'Palmer said he was excited and hope you go with us after the game'."
"I want to leave more time with my teammates. I came with them. I should go back to Brazil with them. My heart was broken because we only know how much we put in. But I left with pride. I am glad that there are big clubs like Chelsea that have opened their doors to me. I just want new fans in England to see who I am, that's all."
"I want to learn. I am sure I went to London to grow and to make history there. However, Chelsea can wait a few more days. I want to say goodbye to every player, technical team member and staff in the base." After the game, Enzo said to Estewan: "We will make history together." New aid Joao Pedro hugged him and said, "Little brother, this is your new home."
Drapp warmly shook hands with Estewan, while Nkunku, Essugo and Kesedo gently pushed him and messed up his hair. Then Andre Santos greeted him in his native language and hugged him tightly for a minute, and the friendship was revealed.
