Brazilian international, Willian has completed his much-anticipated move from Chelsea to North London, joining Arsenal Friday (August 14) on a free transfer.
Willian enjoyed a very successful seven years career at Stamford Bridge after joining Chelsea for £30 million from Anzhi Makhachkala of Russia.
He went on to make 339 appearances for the West London side, winning two Premier League titles and the Europa League
Arsenal Manager, Mikel Arteta is very happy to add a player of Willian’s experience:
“I believe he’s a player that can really make a difference for us,”
“We had a clear intention to strengthen in the attacking midfielder and the winger positions.”
“He is a player that gives us a lot of versatility – he can play in three or four different positions,” added Arteta.
“He has the experience of everything in the football world but still has the ambition to come here and contribute to bring the club where it belongs.
“I have been really impressed with all the talks I have had with him and how much he wanted to come.”
Willian said that the move was “the start of a new challenge”.
