‘Sometimes a nickname like that becomes a burden you didn’t ask for. You just want to play football, to do what you love’ Chelsea new boy Estevao on Lionel Messi comparisons and idolising Neymar

Published By: FourFourTwo.com - 5 days ago

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A comparison to a legendary player can be a blessing or a curse...

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