The Brazilian attacker very nearly joined Spurs in 2013 with reports suggesting a medical was completed subject to signing of a contract with the White Hart lane outfit before a Mourinho led Chelsea made a late swoop.

He has gone on to establish himself as one of the regulars at Stamford Bridge because of his electric pace,skill and ability to track back when the opposition attacks.He won the club's player of the year last season and has contributed three goals as Chelsea look set the reclaim the league title they lost to Leicester City last season.A fan labelled the Brazilian 'Chelsea Airways' after his sprint to put us in ascendancy against City last time out.

Reflecting on the decision he made nearly four years ago Willian said

'Yes, it was difficult. But I didn't sign. When at the last moment Chelsea call me I say I'm
sorry but I go to Chelsea, that's my dream.
"I don't know how I can explain that moment. But it was the best moment I think in my life when I signed with Chelsea because it was my dream'

When I came I am very, very happy to play for Chelsea, to win titles here, so I am very, very happy." my dream to come here.

Willian has gone on to contribute 18 goals and 12 assists in 109 appearances for the blues!

True Blue!