Greg Stanton, former Chelsea captain, recently commented on the future of Steve Willian, the young player of the team, expressing confidence in his continued presence in Chelsea's first team under the management of Xabi Alonso. This comes as Steve has only appeared as a substitute in the closing minutes of matches this Premier League season.
Steve's Concerns and Stanton's Support
In recent weeks, reports from Brazil have indicated that the 19-year-old is worried about his lack of playing time and absence from the pitch. In Chelsea's last match, which ended in a 2-2 draw against Hull City, Alonso again gave Steve a chance to play in the final minutes. Meanwhile, Pedro Neto is currently the main option on the right wing for the team. Nevertheless, Stanton believes that Steve will soon find his way into the starting lineup with his effort and abilities.
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Steve's Performance in Training and Matches
Stanton analyzed Steve's performance on his YouTube channel, saying: "Steve came on for five minutes and could have probably come on earlier. I would have liked Neto to switch to the left for a few minutes to see how he would perform. It seemed like Neto was having trouble with the opposing player in the closing minutes, and I hoped the wingers would allow themselves to switch positions and see what the outcome would be."
Stanton also mentioned Steve's physical abilities, adding: "Steve looked good and sharp. He has gotten a bit bigger and stronger, and I have noticed this in training as well. He definitely needs minutes on the pitch, but right now he is an excellent option to come on for 10 or 15 minutes."
He also believes that Steve's physical changes after recovering from the injury that kept him out of the World Cup are significant. Stanton said: "I really like him. An exciting and strong player with a lot of potential."
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