Chelsea star fears Xabi Alonso won't play him with January exit considered

Alonso could have a problem keeping the winger happy (Picture: Every Second Media/Shutterstock)

Chelsea star Estevao has concerns over his role in the Chelsea team under Xabi Alonso just two games into the new Premier League season.

The Blues saw off interest from Europe’s elite to sign the Brazilian wonderkid from Palmeiras in the summer of 2024 in a £51million deal, linking up with the club a year later after turning 18.

The 19-year-old enjoyed a bright first season in English football before his season was cut short by a serious hamstring injury in May that ruled him out of the World Cup.

Estevao has already played under three different head coaches at Stamford Bridge in Enzo Maresca, Liam Rosenior and interim boss Calum McFarlane with Alonso taking the reins this summer.

Chelsea have shone in the opening two games of the season, beating Fulham and Brighton. While there has been some defensive frailty, they have looked fearsome in attack with Joao Pedro, Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers all hitting the ground running.

Estevao was given seven minutes off the bench on the opening weekend against Fulham before starting the Carabao Cup second round game against Luton Town three days later.

He was an unused substitute on Sunday against Brighton with Chelsea continuing to manage his fitness given the severity of the injury he suffered last season.

While the season has just started, ESPN Brasil report Estevao has told those close to him he fears he will not get much playing time under Alonso this term.

The winger joined Chelsea last year (Picture: John Walton/PA Wire)

And while he is happy in west London, the teenager could consider his options when the transfer window reopens in January.

Failure to qualify for Europe last season means there is a lighter schedule this term for Chelsea with competition for starting roles intense.