Chelsea fears for Estevao after injury and tears against Manchester United

Chelsea suffered a scare as Estevao went off injured in a 1-0 defeat to Manchester United, the 18-year-old later seen in tears at half-time.

Head coach Liam Rosenior admitted concern after the match, saying the exact issue would only be known after medical tests and that it seemed to be a hamstring problem.

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Starting on the wing, the Brazilian pulled up on an innocuous move and was replaced in the 16th minute after treatment, leaving the pitch limping.

With the 2026 World Cup less than two months away, the situation has drawn attention in Brazil. Considered a strong contender for a call-up, Estevao now hopes the initial medical results are reassuring.

Chelsea sit sixth in the Premier League on 48 points. They missed the chance to close the gap on Liverpool, who are on 52, and the Champions League places.