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Estevao Willian could hardly have introduced himself to Chelsea in a better way.
When the 18-year-old Brazilian smashed home an equaliser for Palmeiras against the Blues from an acute angle on Saturday - Chelsea fans could have been forgiven for feeling a little bit excited.
Yes, he had just equalised against their side in the Club World Cup quarter-final but it was also a thrilling glimpse of the talent Chelsea have signed in a deal that could eventually be worth &163;52m.
A late Palmeiras own goal meant it is ultimately Chelsea who are looking forward to a semi-final against Fluminense, but Estevao's last game for the Brazilian side was certainly a memorable one.
The Blues beat the likes of Bayern Munich, Paris St-Germain and Manchester City to sign the Palmeiras wonderkid last summer - but allowed him to stay in Brazil last season and to play for them in this summer's Club World Cup.
And, while they may have been regretting that decision as his direct running and silky skills tormented them in Philadelphia, anyone connected with Chelsea could not fail but to be excited by what they saw.
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca said: I'm happy because we won and also happy because Estevao scored, the perfect night.
He is very good, a huge talent, fantastic player. The only thing is when you come from South America or another part of the world, you need to adapt.
We are going to help him to adapt. We have no doubt he will be an important player for Chelsea.
The forward was a constant threat down Palmeiras' right, had the most touches in Chelsea's box for his side (eight) and was awarded man of the match.
Blues midfielder Cole Palmer, who talked to Estevao after the final whistle, added: You can see he is a top player, so it is very exciting.
I just said to him we are excited for him to join - but he didn't understand a single word I said!
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