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Steven Gerrard predicts Estevao will give Xabi Alonso a selection problem at Chelsea

Steven Gerrard has warned manager Xabi Alonso that Estevao’s rising form could create a major selection dilemma at Chelsea this season, praising the Brazilian winger for his fearless approach. Gerrard Warns Alonso: Estevao Will Create a Chelsea Selection Headache Alonso…

By Vaibhav Purohit · Chelsea FC Latest News

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 5:59 AM

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Steven Gerrard believes Estevao's impressive form will give manager Xabi Alonso a major selection problem at Chelsea.
Gerrard noted Alonso will face tough attacking choices once forward Joao Pedro returns from injury alongside Pedro Neto.
The 19-year-old winger impressed during Chelsea's 2-0 Premier League win over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.

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Steven Gerrard stated that Chelsea winger Estevao will give manager Xabi Alonso a selection headache as attacking competition intensifies. Speaking on The Overlap, Gerrard praised the 19-year-old Brazilian's direct style, hunger to shoot, and standout performance in Chelsea's 2-0 Premier League victory over Manchester United.

Gerrard explained that Estevao's form will force tough lineup decisions once Joao Pedro returns to full fitness alongside Pedro Neto. Alonso had previously faced scrutiny for benching the teenager during a Carabao Cup match against Liverpool, but Gerrard believes Estevao's recent displays have firmly strengthened his case.

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