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Chelsea star Willian reveals he does NOT want to quit and make return to Brazil

The winger has attracted a wide range of interest after falling out of favour under the management of Antonio Conte

WILLIAN has ended all speculation that he was considering a huge switch back to his homeland.

The Chelsea winger used his personal Twitter account to deny all links with Brazilian club SE Palmeiras.

 The Brazilian has only made six Premier League starts this season
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The Brazilian has only made six Premier League starts this seasonCredit: Getty - Contributor

Journalist Sandro Barboza tweeted that Willian had been negotiating with the Samba side and even stated that the winger liked the proposal.

The Chelsea ace responded to the post, he said: "Hello Sandro, all right? Sorry, but I'm not negotiating with Palmeiras and my agent has received no contact from the club.

"I have no plans to return to Brazil right now. A hug!"

He also replied to another accusation that led readers to believe that he was ready to move away from England.

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Willian said: "Hi Juca, all right? Sorry, but I don't have the goal of returning to Brazil and never spoke, nor my representative, with no one. This is nothing but speculation. A big hug!"

The Brazilian international has attracted a wide range of interest after falling out of favour under the management of Antonio Conte at Chelsea.


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He has endured a spell on the sidelines at Stamford Bridge, with only six top-flight starts under his belt this season.

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is reportedly set to revive his pursuit for the Brazilian during the January transfer window.

 Jose Mourinho has indicated his interest in Willian
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Jose Mourinho has indicated his interest in WillianCredit: Getty - Contributor

Despite being hungry for more game time, the 29-year-old explained to Football Focus that he respected Conte's decision.

He said: "Of course I want to play every game, but I respect every decision because we have great players in the squad, so you have to respect Conte's decision."

 Willian goes for goal during an international friendly against England
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Willian goes for goal during an international friendly against EnglandCredit: EPA
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