Alonso’s possible reasons for leaving out Chelsea wonderkid from starting team once again

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Chelsea's manager Xabi Alonso has left Estevao Willian out of the starting lineup again, sparking concerns about the young player's game-time. The decision is particularly notable in a midweek cup game where two of the usual front three are unavailable. Estevao has been patiently waiting for a start, and there are rumors he's unhappy with his current playing time. The fact that Geovany Quenda started ahead of him on Saturday was a red flag.

Talk Chelsea suggests that Alonso's decision to leave Estevao out of the starting lineup again raises questions about his trust in the player or whether he's being handled carefully after a long injury. The publication is worried about the situation, stating that it's "all getting a bit worrying". They expect Alonso to be asked about the decision but don't anticipate a convincing answer.

The team selection for the game has other notable omissions, including Joao Pedro, who is out for the night, sparking rumors of Chelsea interest in a new backup for him. Jamie Gittens is also struggling with injuries that prevent him from getting a run in the team.