Redknapp urges Alonso to play Estevao Willian after Chelsea's Brentford loss
Chelsea suffered a 3-0 loss to Brentford on Friday evening, extending their run of conceding at least two goals in each of their five Premier League matches this season. Despite an encouraging start to the campaign, the Blues failed to score in west London, with Joao Pedro sidelined by a knee injury. Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers have started every game in the attacking positions behind the Brazilian striker, while Alonso has deployed a three‑defender system. Estevao Willian, the highly rated Brazilian talent, has made only four substitute appearances, totalling just 23 minutes of playing time. Former Premier League star Jamie Redknapp warned on Sky Sports that Alonso must find a way to integrate Estevao, calling him an incredible talent and questioning how to fit him alongside Palmer, Rogers and a fit Joao Pedro. Redknapp added that Estevoa has expressed concerns about his role and might reconsider his commitment in January if his situation does not improve. For Nigerian fans who follow the Premier League, Chelsea’s attacking struggles directly affect match results, fantasy league points and betting odds. If Estevao receives more minutes, it could alter Chelsea’s offensive dynamics and open up differential picks for fantasy managers. Conversely, if he leaves in the January window, it may create space for other players, potentially including Nigerian‑linked prospects linked to the club. Will Alonso tweak his formation to give Estevao a regular starting spot, or should you look elsewhere for attacking returns in your fantasy league?