The Brazil international has not started a Premier League game since Alonso took the reins, managing just 23 minutes of action across four games as a late substitute.
Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers have started every game behind the Brazilian with Alonso utilising a three at the back system.
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Pedro Neto has emerged as the manager’s preferred option at right wing-back with Pep Chavarria and Jorrel Hato sharing duties on the left.
Estevao has been the biggest victim of the tactical tweak. Reports recently suggested the youngster has told those close to him he fears he will not get much playing time under Alonso this term and could consider leaving in January should his situation not improve.
The 19-year-old missed the World Cup due to injury but is back with the Brazil squad ahead of friendlies against Australia and India.
Estevao has managed just 23 minutes of league football (Picture: AP)
Speaking at a press conference, Estevao acknowledged every coach will have their own vision for how the team plays, vowing to do all he can to reclaim a place in the side.
‘I think every coach has their own way of playing’ Estevao said. ‘Of course, we work every day, I give my best every day, and that’s what I do.
‘We have quality players at Chelsea, so what I do is focus on what I can control. I try to give my best in training.’
Estevao added: ‘When I get an opportunity, I try to give my best; it goes day after day.
‘I try to seize every opportunity I have, I try to control everything I can, and I leave it in God’s hands, and I trust myself a lot, too.’
