Alonso keeps Estêvão in plans despite limited Chelsea minutes
Xabi Alonso has ruled out loaning Chelsea winger Estêvão Willian in January, despite the teenager’s limited playing time. He said Estêvão remains part of his plans, while stressing that he must adapt to the demands of Alonso’s tactics and the Premier League before securing a regular place.
The 19-year-old has started twice in 11 games this season and played 47 Premier League minutes. Alonso said Estêvão is training well and needs time to improve his decisions with the ball and competitiveness without it; he may also be used as a No 10 in some matches. Estêvão was recalled to Brazil’s squad, while Chelsea have defensive injury concerns ahead of facing Manchester United.
In short
- Alonso says Estêvão will not be loaned out in January.
- The winger has started twice in 11 matches this season.
- His role depends on adapting to Premier League demands.
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Originally published by The Guardian as “Xabi Alonso rules out January loan move for Chelsea winger Estêvão Willian”.