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Chelsea star Willian speaks out on his love for the Blues amid new contract talks
Chelsea winger Willian is yet to sign a contract extension at the club.
Chelsea winger Willian insisted he always wanted to play for the Blues before he joined them, as speculation continues to build around his future.
Willian is out of contract at the end of the season, and had been linked with a move to Barcelona.
The Catalan giants have failed in two bids for the 31-year-old, after reportedly offering up to £50million for his services.
However, Chelsea turned down all approaches for the Brazilian, as club chiefs looked set to stand firm over keeping him.
Despite them turning down all bids, they are still yet to agree a contract extension with the winger.
Willian is free to discuss terms with foreign teams in the January transfer window ahead of a potential free transfer next summer.
Though it appears evident that he has no intention of going anywhere.
Speaking to the club’s official website, Willian expressed his pride at having played 300 games for Chelsea, a feat he accomplished against Lille in the Champions League.
“I have to be proud of that [reaching 300 games]” he said.
“To achieve this number for this club is unbelievable.
“It was my dream to come to play for Chelsea. I always wanted to play for this club.
"I had this affection with this club since they made an offer for me when I was at Shakhtar.
“I started watching the games and supporting this team.
"I loved the name, ‘Chelsea’. The colour blue. And then I had the chance to play at Stamford Bridge for Shakhtar.
"When I stop playing, my name will be there. No-one can cross it off. I feel proud of that."