Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey believes his old club should try to sign Chelsea's 19-year-old winger Estevao.
Heskey believes the Brazilian could give the team the pace and attacking threat they have lacked since Mohamed Salah's departure. Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso, however, has no intention of parting with the youngster.
Estevao impressed against Manchester United last weekend when he made his first Premier League start for Chelsea this season.
Before that match, however, the Brazilian had been given very little playing time. Amid strong competition in attack, he had played just 134 minutes in the league.
There had previously been reports that Estevao was unhappy with his situation at the club.
Liverpool lack a player like Estevao after Salah's departure
In an interview with Eldorado, Heskey explained why he believes the young Brazilian would be a suitable signing for his former club.
Estevao would be a great signing for Liverpool.
Look at what he can bring to the team: how he carries the ball and what he can do. He's a very skilful footballer. That's exactly the kind of player Liverpool are still missing after Mohamed Salah's departure – someone who plays more directly and is constantly looking to create danger.
His arrival would increase competition among the other wingers, who are also excellent players. It would raise the demands on everyone.
Estevao himself would surely welcome the chance to show his ability more often, because a player with his talent is left out of the team too often.
Xabi Alonso rules out a winter loan for Estevao
Before the match against Manchester United, Chelsea head coach Alonso said the club were not discussing the possibility of sending Estevao out on loan in January.
There are no discussions about that.
It's no secret that all players want to play. If any of them are not getting enough minutes because of my decisions, I have to take responsibility for that.
But everyone has to be ready, because they could play an important role in any match. As for Estevao, he is working well in training and has the right attitude.
Alonso is confident in the Brazilian's prospects, although he cannot yet offer him a regular starting place.
Steven Gerrard predicts a difficult selection choice for Chelsea head coach
Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard also praised Estevao's ability.
Speaking on The Overlap, he said the Brazilian could give Alonso a serious selection problem, particularly after Joao Pedro returns from injury.
He's very interesting to watch. He's a really exciting footballer.
A typical Brazilian: technique, flair and skill. But what I particularly like is how decisively he plays. He's constantly looking to create danger and isn't afraid to shoot.
You can see he's desperate to impress the manager. And when Joao Pedro comes back, Xabi will have a selection problem.
Pedro Neto is an excellent player too, but five players can't occupy four attacking positions at the same time. It will be interesting to see how the manager solves that problem.
Despite his limited playing time, Estevao continues to draw praise. For now, though, Chelsea plan to develop the Brazilian in their own team rather than let him join a Premier League rival.
