A move to Arsenal did not work out for the Chelsea legend (Picture: Getty)Chelsea hero Willian has revealed that even ‘family members’ were concerned about his decision to leave Stamford Bridge and join London rivals Arsenal. Willian enjoyed a superb spell at Chelsea (Picture: Getty)Willian later described his spell at Arsenal as the ‘worst time’ of his professional career and has now revealed that even ‘family members’ were concerned after he left Chelsea. Many people say I should never have left Chelsea, family members as well. I have to leave, find a way out, leave the club, because if I stay I am going to stay the same. For me, it was that.’Willian has had two spells back in the Premier League with Fulham since leaving Arsenal in 2021.

Source: Metro April 07, 2026 05:06 UTC