Estevao considers leaving Chelsea

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06/09/26 17:30:00

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Estevao, a 19-year-old Brazilian winger, could consider leaving Chelsea in the January transfer window if he continues to have limited playing time under Xabi Alonso. The attacker is comfortable in London but has only played 87 official minutes this season and fears losing prominence in a squad with several attacking alternatives.

His current situation contrasts with his impact during his first season in England. Estevao ended the 2025/26 campaign with 8 goals and 4 assists in 36 games across all competitions, before a muscle injury affected his last months of the season and left him out of the World Cup with Brazil.

🚨 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: Estevao has reportedly told those close to him that he fears he won’t get enough opportunities under Alonso.

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Estevao has only played 87 minutes under Xabi Alonso

The start of the new season has changed his role within Chelsea. Estevao was a substitute in the Premier League opener against Fulham, playing just 8 minutesFour days later, he started and played 79 minutes in the 2-0 victory over Luton Town in the Carabao Cup.

The next match raised concerns. Xabi Alonso called him up for the Brighton game but did not give him playing time in the 4-3 win. After two Premier League rounds, the Brazilian has only played 8 minutes in the league and hasn't been a starter.

Competition has also increased. Estevao prefers playing centrally, an area where Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers hold weight in the coach's plans. The alternative is on the right wing, where he would directly compete with Pedro Neto.

According to information from ESPN Brazil, the distribution of playing time worries the player. There is no formal request to leave Stamford Bridge, and his first choice remains success in London, but the scenario may be reconsidered when the next transfer window opens.

Chelsea has Estevao under contract until 2033

Chelsea holds a strong contractual position regarding any potential moves. Estevao arrived from Palmeiras in July 2025 for around 45 million euros, with a contract until June 30, 2033. Therefore, any potential exit would need the approval of the English club.

His market value is currently around 80 million euros, following a first season with impactful performances before physical issues arose. One of his highlights was in November when he stepped up in Palmer's absence and scored against Barcelona in the Champions League.

Subsequently, he faced less playing time and a hamstring injury that ended his season prematurely. Estevao completed the preseason normally under Alonso's guidance, but that return has not translated into significant involvement in the early weeks of competition.

The upcoming months will determine his situation. Estevao wants to assess his standing with Xabi Alonso before making a decision, and the January transfer window emerges as the first opportunity to explore alternatives if he continues to be on the fringes of Chelsea's rotations in the Premier League.

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