Xabi Alonso addresses Estevao Willian's lack of minutes at Chelsea
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11-second readChelsea manager Xabi Alonso has taken full responsibility for Estevao Willian's limited playing time following intense fan scrutiny. Alonso shut down loan speculation ahead of Saturday's clash with Manchester United, insisting the teenage prodigy remains central to his long-term plans.
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Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has taken full responsibility for Estevao Willian's limited playing time following intense fan scrutiny. Alonso shut down loan speculation ahead of Saturday's clash with Manchester United, insisting the teenage prodigy remains central to his long-term plans.
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