Maresca is pleased with Estevao's progress since joining the team, including his performance in training sessions. However, he wants to give Estevao a clear path to play, considering his young age and the need to be careful with his development.

Maresca has not ruled out the possibility of Estevao starting in the next match, especially after his good performance against Crystal Palace. However, the final decision will depend on the outcome of the training session and Maresca's assessment of Estevao's readiness.

In related news, Maresca is also happy with the progress of Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos. Maresca believes Andrey has the potential to play in different positions, including those of Enzo Fernandez and Moi Caicedo.

Maresca praised Andrey's performance in the Club World Cup against Palmeiras, where he played as a No.6 and did an excellent job. This versatility is a positive aspect of Andrey's game, and Maresca is looking forward to seeing him continue to develop and grow with the team.