- Chelsea have rejected an offer from Barcelona to sign midfielder Willian
- The Brazil international is currently in Russia for the 2018 World Cup
- Barcelona chiefs have had their mega million deal turned down by the Blues
Premier League giants Chelsea have reportedly turned down a £50 million mega deal offer from Spanish champions Barcelona for the signing of Brazil international Willian.
The 29-year-old midfielder was superb last season for the Blues helping them to win the FA Cup title as they defeated Manchester United in the final.
He was also in good form against Barcelona in the Champions League although his side were beaten by the Spanish club, but his performances caught the eyes of the Catalan chiefs.
Last season, Barcelona won the Spanish and Copa del Rey titles, but they feel the addition of Willian into their squad next season will help them in the defense of their titles.
Willian's representatives have been in Barcelona and the lure of the Spanish giants will be tempting but Chelsea have so far shown no willingness to sell according to Dailymail.
Meanwhile, Willian is currently in Russia with the Brazilian national team who have qualified for the round of 16 at the 2018 World Cup.
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Previously, NAIJ.com had reported how Manchester United are said to be targeting Chelsea winger Willian in a stunning £80m transfer deal which will also involve Frenchman Anthony Martial going to London.
Since his time as Chelsea boss, Jose Mourinho has been an admirer of Brazil international Willian, and he feels he should sign him for the Red Devils this summer.
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Source: Naija.ng