Estevao\u2019s World Cup dream is officially over, according to reports from Brazil coming out in force today.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n If you enjoy Chelsea News coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content.<\/em><\/p>\n News coming out of Brazil is confirming what we sadly already knew.<\/p>\n Young winger Estevao is not going to the World Cup with Brazil. Ge Globo have today reported that he won\u2019t be on the list of 55 names in the preliminary squad for the Selecao.<\/p>\n After tearing his hamstring against Manchester United last month, the teenager tried his best for a miracle recovery which never seemed likely. The tournament is now just a month away, and Carlo Ancelotti won\u2019t be counting on him.<\/p>\n Frankly, we\u2019re much more concerned with Estevao\u2019s long term health than his World Cup chances. From the moment the word came out that his issue was serious, we\u2019d written off his chances of going.<\/p>\n Reports that this was a serious tear which could affect his speed and agility long term are far more concerning. As sad as he might be right now, he needs to focus on his rehab to make sure to limit the damage as much as possible.<\/p>\n Nicolas Jackson looks likely to be on the move this summer, and a number of teams are lining up with interest in signing him.<\/p>\n Xabi Alonso is a top candidate for the Chelsea job and with good reason \u2013 he\u2019s got a quality which is essential in whoever comes in this summer.<\/p>\n DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CHELSEA NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES \u2013 STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON THE APP STORE<\/strong><\/p>\n Check out the latest edition of Simon Phillips\u2019 SPTC podcast here:<\/em><\/p>\nEstevao needs to focus on long term recovery over World Cup disappointment<\/h2>\n
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