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Jake Stokes

Chelsea wonderkid Andrey Santos names Man United star as his idol ahead of Brazil debut dream

Andrey Santos' father has revealed that his son idolises Casemiro ahead of the international break. The 18-year-old joined Chelsea from Vasco da Gama in the summer for £18million.

Following complications with arranging a work permit, Santos returned to the Brazilian outfit on loan for the remainder of the season. Foreign players require a certain number of governing body endorsement points to secure a permit which allows them to play in the Premier League.

Despite leading his country to glory in the Under-20 South American Championship over the winter, the wonderkid still struggled to garner enough qualifying points. Santos was a standout performer at the tournament, netting six goals in six games from defensive midfield.

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