Barcelona Watches Chelsea's Estevao
Barcelona closely monitors Chelsea winger Estevao amid growing frustration over limited playing time.
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Barcelona are monitoring Chelsea winger Estêvão amid reports that the 19-year-old is frustrated by limited playing time under manager Xabi Alonso. He has made only brief appearances in the Premier League’s opening matches, while competition from Cole Palmer and uncertainty over a potential move into a central attacking role could complicate his path to regular minutes. Barcelona have long admired the Brazilian and see him as a fit for their style, but reports describe their interest as monitoring rather than a formal transfer bid. Estêvão has publicly emphasized that he is focused on working hard and making the most of his opportunities, while Chelsea reportedly regard him as part of their long-term plans.
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Estêvão is reportedly reluctant to keep adding muscle, fearing that extra weight could diminish the technical ability and explosiveness central to his game.
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Barcelona's scouting department had given Estêvão strong reports dating back to his time at Palmeiras, and sporting director Deco is said to have direct information about his situation in London.
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Estêvão is under contract with Chelsea until 2033, leaving the club under no immediate pressure to sell him.
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Estêvão scored against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League after arriving at Chelsea from Palmeiras.
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