Chelsea winger Estevao could miss the World Cup after he was injured in Chelsea's defeat by Manchester United on Saturday.
The 18-year-old Brazilian has been enjoying a breakout campaign at Stamford Bridge, but was forced off after just 16 minutes against Michael Carrick's side last weekend.
The Brazil international has been a regular feature for the Selecao under Carlo Ancelotti but his hopes of starring at the upcoming World Cup in North America have taken a major blow following reports surrounding the severity of his injury.
What is Estevao's injury?
Speaking earlier this week Liam Rosenior revealed that Estevao was in tears at half-time after he forced off injured after seemingly pulling his hamstring whilst running through on goal.
A subsequent report from The Athletic has claimed he has suffered a grade four hamstring injury after undergoing a scan at Cobham.
How long will Estevao be out for?
Estevao will almost certainly be out for the remainder of the club season which will come as a significant blow for a Chelsea side that still harbour faint hopes of clinching a UEFA Champions League place.
The injury will also likely see Palmeiras star miss out on Brazil's World Cup campaign, a devastating blow for a player who has all the ability needed to make an impact for his country on the very biggest stage.
Which fixtures will he miss?
- Chelsea v Nottingham Forest - 4 May
- Liverpool v Chelsea - 9 May
- Chelsea v Tottenham - 17 May
- Sunderland v Chelsea - 24 May
Standard hamstring injury recovery time
Hamstring injuries are relatively common amongst professional footballers and the recovery time can vary.
Mild strains usually result in a week on the sidelines but a tear clearly results in a longer timeframe.
Significant tears can require around three months of rest before any training can begin, whereas the full recovery time for more severe issues - such as the one Estevao has suffered - can be up to six months.
