Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos has become the latest player to sing the praises of his Blues teammate Estevao Willian, calling him "different" and a player with a rare combination of confidence and skill.

The young winger, who burst onto the scene at Stamford Bridge last summer, is currently sidelined with a serious injury that has ruled him out of the end of Chelsea's season and Brazil's World Cup campaign—barring a miracle. It's a heartbreaking finish to what had been a promising breakout year for the rising star, who quickly captured the imagination of Chelsea fans with his electric pace and fearless dribbling.

Despite flashes of brilliance, Estevao's minutes have been inconsistent due to injuries and the challenge of building momentum. But if Andrey Santos's latest comments are anything to go by, the best is yet to come.

"Estevão is different," Santos said. "When I saw him in the Academy of Palmeiras, I told my wife, 'Wow, this guy is different.' His confidence, how he does everything with perfection, how he scores goals, how he goes one v one. I think this personality that Estevão has is important for him."

The praise from a fellow Brazilian international adds to the growing excitement around Estevao's potential. Chelsea fans already knew they had something special when he first stepped onto the pitch—and if Santos is right, the team has a true game-changer waiting in the wings.

In other Chelsea news, Pep Guardiola has noted that the Blues could hold an advantage in this week's FA Cup final at Wembley. Interim head coach Callum McFarlane has responded to those comments, while the club may also welcome two attacking options back to the squad just in time for the big match—a welcome boost for the team's depth.

Stay tuned for more updates as Chelsea's season reaches its dramatic conclusion.