Tag: Willian

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 23: Willian of Fulham gestures during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage on January 23, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Willian wishes he never left Chelsea for Arsenal

Former Arsenal man and current Fulham winger, Willian, admitted he wishes he never left Chelsea for Arsenal.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 19: Fulham Manager Marco Silva looks on prior to the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Brentford FC at Craven Cottage on August 19, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Ex Arsenal man a ‘slight doubt’ for Fulham

Fulham boss Marco Silva shared insights on his squad, potential signings, and the upcoming match against Arsenal in his recent press conference.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 23: Willian of Fulham gestures during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage on January 23, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Former Gunner does U-turn after medical – now set to stay

Former Arsenal winger Willian has performed a U-turn on his departure from Fulham, and he's now set to sign back on with the club.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 03: Willian of Fulham during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Fulham FC at Anfield on May 03, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Former Gunner holds medical with Arsenal’s opening-day opponents

Former Arsenal, Chelsea, and Fulham winger Willian has held a medical ahead of a summer move to Nottingham Forest.
Fulham's Brazilian midfielder Willian reacts during the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Fulham at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on May 3, 2023. (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Winger never wants Brazil return after Arsenal move

Willian opens up about his challenging time at Arsenal, which led to his unexpected return to Brazil, and his current success with Fulham in the Premier League.
Arsenal's English midfielder Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring their first goal during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on February 18, 2023. (Photo by GEOFF CADDICK/AFP via Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka just ahead of Willian in weekly Power Rankings

The Premier League witnessed yet another action-packed weekend, with Arsenal moving back to the top of the table after their incredible comeback win against Aston Villa. Manchester City, on the other hand, stumbled against Nottingham Forest, losing two more valuable points in the title race. While there were many impressive displays from various players, it's time to look at the top 10 in this week's Power Rankings.
Willian Arsenal contract terminated - Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Willian reacts during the English Premier League football match between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns stadium in West Bromwich, central England, on January 2, 2021. (Photo by Rui Vieira / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by RUI VIEIRA/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Thiago tried to get Willian back to Chelsea from Arsenal

Thiago Silva has revealed that he tried to bring Willian back to Stamford Bridge during the Brazilian's difficult time at Arsenal but was sadly unsuccessful.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 23: Willian of Fulham gestures during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage on January 23, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Agent: Many thought he was done when he left Arsenal

Willian’s agent, Kia Joorabchian, has revealed that two top clubs expressed interest in signing the Fulham forward during the current transfer window, despite many saying he was 'done' when he left Arsenal.
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Announcement today as Arsenal flop agrees 1yr deal with Fulham

Arsenal flop Willian is set to join Fulham after his Corinthians contract was cancelled earlier this month following numerous problems.
SAO PAULO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 28: Willian of Corinthians reacts after missing a chance of goal during the match between Corinthians and Athletico Paranaense as part of Brasileirao Series A 2021 at Neo Quimica Arena on November 28, 2021 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. (Photo by Ricardo Moreira/Getty Images)

Arsenal flop already looking to leave new club

Willian reportedly wants to leave Corinthians after a torrid time during his first year there.
SAO PAULO, BRAZIL - NOVEMBER 28: Willian of Corinthians reacts after missing a chance of goal during the match between Corinthians and Athletico Paranaense as part of Brasileirao Series A 2021 at Neo Quimica Arena on November 28, 2021 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. (Photo by Ricardo Moreira/Getty Images)

Arsenal flop still struggling 6 months after leaving

Willian is still struggling to make an impact in Brazil after leaving Arsenal in August and has yet to score or even complete a full match.
Willian Arsenal contract terminated - Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Willian reacts during the English Premier League football match between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns stadium in West Bromwich, central England, on January 2, 2021. (Photo by Rui Vieira / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by RUI VIEIRA/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Willian wanted to leave Arsenal after 3 months

Willian has admitted he was unhappy at Arsenal, and he already wanted out after just a few months with the club. Willian joined Arsenal on...
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Willian in tears as injury strikes former Arsenal man

Willian left the pitch in tears earlier this week as scans show the former Arsenal man is set for a spell on the sidelines.
Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Willian reacts during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 19, 2020. (Photo by Will Oliver / POOL / AFP)

“My time at Arsenal was not good”: Willian speaks about exit

Willian has told media in Brazil he wasn't happy at Arsenal which makes the feeling mutual.
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Kia Joorabchian launches attack on Arsenal after Willian’s failed spell

Kia Joorabchian, Edu's mate and the agent at the heart of some of the worst deals Arsenal have done recently, has hit out the club for their 'failed project' following Willian's contract termination.
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Mercado Bitcoin becomes new sponsor of Corinthians

Corinthians have signed a new deal with Mercado Bitcoin, the largest bitcoin exchange in Latin America to become the club's new sponsor for the next 16 months, it's logo adorning the Corinthians shirt.
Willian embraces his father after returning home

“It’s great to be home”: Willian cries as he’s reunited with father

Willian has said it's 'great coming home' after he signed for Corinthians following his contract termination with Arsenal.
Takehiro Tomiyasu with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

Episode 304: Assessing Arsenal’s transfer window

This week Matthew is joined by Stephen to lament another limp performance against Man City, get quietly excited about yet another signing and what he can bring to the club in terms of balance and bite, while also struggling with office metaphors talking about Willian's surprising painless departure.
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What deals are Arsenal trying to complete before the window closes?

The 2021 summer transfer window closes at 11pm on Tuesday, 31 August, and Arsenal still have a bit of business they want to get done.
Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Willian reacts during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 19, 2020. (Photo by Will Oliver / POOL / AFP)

Willian apologises to Arsenal fans

Willian has apologised to Arsenal fans for his poor season at the club after it was announced that his contract at Arsenal had been terminated by mutual consent.
Willian Arsenal contract terminated - Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Willian reacts during the English Premier League football match between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns stadium in West Bromwich, central England, on January 2, 2021. (Photo by Rui Vieira / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by RUI VIEIRA/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Willian Arsenal contract terminated, should they have ever signed him?

After a troubled season at Arsenal, Willian's Arsenal contract has been terminated and he is no longer an Arsenal player, but should he have ever been one in the first place?
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 04: Willian of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Sheffield United at Emirates Stadium on October 04, 2020 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Kirsty Wigglesworth - Pool/Getty Images)

Announcement imminent: Arsenal agree final termination details with Willian

Willian has now agreed the final details of his contract termination with Arsenal, with an announcement set to follow imminently.
Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Willian reacts during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 19, 2020. (Photo by Will Oliver / POOL / AFP)

Willian set to terminate Arsenal deal for nothing to complete move

Willian is reportedly set to terminate his Arsenal contract for nothing, giving up his remaining wages to sign for Corinthians on reduced terms.
Willian Arsenal contract terminated - Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Willian reacts during the English Premier League football match between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns stadium in West Bromwich, central England, on January 2, 2021. (Photo by Rui Vieira / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by RUI VIEIRA/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Willian not in Arsenal training after making Corinthians decision

Willian wasn't involved in training with Arsenal on Thursday, after accepting Corinthians' offer to join them - with some financial details outstanding.
Bukayo Saka of Arsenal during The Mind Series between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur stadium, London, England on 08th August 2021. Copyright: Action Foto Sport

4 players back available: Arsenal team news vs Manchester City

Hector Bellerin, Kieran Tierney, and Bukayo Saka are among those available for selection against Manchester City, after shaking off injuries.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 14: Willian of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on February 14, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Adam Davy - Pool/Getty Images)

Willian social media ‘story’ not true

Despite claims to the contrary, all the evidence suggests Willian hasn't recently removed Arsenal from his social media bios.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 14: Willian of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Leeds United at Emirates Stadium on February 14, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Adam Davy - Pool/Getty Images)

Willian asks dad to shut up to avoid ruining Arsenal escape

Willian has apparently asked his father to be quiet about his imminent departure from Arsenal lest he mess it up.

Rapid progress in negotiations to secure Willian’s departure

There has been rapid progress in Corinthians' negotiations to sign Willian from Arsenal, with the free transfer now expected to go through.
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Odegaard & 4 others back available: Arsenal team news vs West Brom

Arsenal have provided their latest team news update, and there's quite a bit of good news in there after a difficult couple of weeks.
Willian in training with Arsenal (Photo via Willian on Instagram)

Willian close to ending Arsenal nightmare with free transfer

Willian is close to a free transfer to Corinthians, with all parties keen to complete a deal to get at least some of the winger's wages off Arsenal's books.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal pre-match during the 2021/22 Pre Season Friendly Mind series tournament match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 8 August 2021. Copyright: Andy Rowland

5 ruled out, 2 doubts: Arsenal team news vs Chelsea

Five players have been ruled out of Arsenal's match against Chelsea at the weekend, with two others listed as doubts for the London derby.

Mikel Arteta thinks Brentford-Arsenal should have been postponed

Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal's match against Brentford should have been postponed given the Gunners' four positive Covid-19 cases.
Willian in training with Arsenal (Photo via Willian on Instagram)

Willian absent as he’s ‘not fit to play’

Willian isn't currently fit to play, according to Mikel Arteta, hence his absence from the recent Arsenal squads in pre-season and the Premier League.
Willian in training with Arsenal (Photo via Willian on Instagram)

Why Willian wasn’t involved against Spurs

Willian is in training, uninjured, and doesn't appear to be close to a move, but he was excluded from Arsenal's match at the weekend anyway.
Willian in training with Arsenal (Photo via Willian on Instagram)

Willian exit a work in progress but not to Al-Ahli SC

An Arsenal exit for Willian is a work in progress, but links to Al-Ahli Saudi Club seem to be wide of the mark.
Willian Arsenal contract terminated - Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Willian reacts during the English Premier League football match between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns stadium in West Bromwich, central England, on January 2, 2021. (Photo by Rui Vieira / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by RUI VIEIRA/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Laughable claim Willian’s Arsenal wages make him a ‘prisoner’

Back in May, it was reported that Willian was '100% leaving Arsenal, even if no English clubs came in for him, but no clubs at all want him due to his large wages.
Arsenal v West Bromwich Albion - Premier League - Emirates Stadium during the Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium, London. Picture date: Sunday May 9, 2021. Copyright: Richard Heathcote

1 Arsenal surgery, 2 awards, 2 new coaches, Napoli friendly & 14 transfer rumours

As football came to a close last weekend, actual news has been light on the ground, but here is a roundup of the top Arsenal news and gossip stories this week.

“I want to confirm that Willian is 100% leaving the club” says trusted journalist

Willian is '100%' to leave Arsenal this summer, even if no other English clubs come in for him, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Arsenal's Brazilian midfielder Willian reacts during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium in London on September 19, 2020. (Photo by Will Oliver / POOL / AFP)

Willian wants to return to Chelsea

Willian's primary goal for the summer is a return to Chelsea after just one year with Arsenal, according to a report.
Newcastle United v Arsenal - Premier League - St James Park Arsenal s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang right scores their side s second goal of the game during the Premier League match at St James Park, Newcastle upon Tyne. Issue date: Sunday May 2, 2021. Copyright: Stu Forster

3 Arsenal stars named in Premier League Worst XI of the season

It may only contain 11 players but the Premier League worst XI of the season, as picked by ESPN, contains three Arsenal players which, if you ask me, seems a bit excessive.