Willian
Willian ready to sign temporary Chelsea deal but admits future lies elsewhere
Willian is willing to sign a temporary deal that will see him stay at Chelsea beyond June 30 when his current deal expires but his long-term future at the club remains in doubt. The Blues face a tough call over renewing the 31-year-old’s contract as London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham have shown interest in signing him on a free. Chelsea […]
Willian responds to claims he wanted to join United or Barcelona in the summer window
Willian has dismissed claims he wanted to leave Chelsea in the summer transfer window. The Brazilian was strongly linked with transfers to both Manchester United and Barcelona before the summer window closed. Barcelona had at least two offers rejected by the Blues, while the United were said to be considering a bid of their own […]
Willian: No chance I would have stayed at Chelsea under Conte
Willian says that there is “no chance” he would have stayed at Chelsea under Antonio Conte, but he is happy he stuck around to play for new manager Maurizio Sarri. Barcelona made offers to secure Willian from Chelsea over the summer, although they were put off as the club demanded more than £60 million for […]
Chelsea reject £50m bid for Willian from Barcelona
Chelsea have turned down a £50million offer from Barcelona for midfielder Willian. Despite winning the league and cup double last campaign, Barca have concerns that their squad still lacks quality in depth and attacking flair, particularly after their shock Champions League loss to Roma. The Spanish side see the 29-year-old as a playmaker who can […]