Estevao's confidence is growing, and his numbers are impressive. He has the second-highest xG (expected goals) with 1.6, behind Enzo Fernandez with 3.7. He also averages 1.4 shots per 90 minutes, with only the injured Liam Delap ahead of him. His dribbling skills are exceptional, with 3.7 successful dribbles per 90, the highest among all Chelsea players.
Maresca continues to pick Pedro Neto ahead of Estevao as his preferred right-winger, but Estevao's willingness to learn and adapt to different positions is a major asset. He has been playing on the right wing, but he's also been training in various attacking positions to broaden his repertoire and have more options. If he wants to play in Chelsea's number ten role in the future, he has the ability to fill in with little issue.
Throwing a young player like Estevao into the deep end can be high-risk, but it's also high-reward. Chelsea's start to the season has been mixed, and giving Estevao a good run of games from the first whistle could be wise. However, with Lamine Yamal as an example, his physical development should be the priority, rather than running him into the ground.