Philippe Coutinho 'has no place in first team' says expert
Arsenal are beginning to make moves in the transfer window and are reportedly in the advanced stage of negotiations to sign Barcelona star Philippe Coutinho. Mikel Arteta is also closing in on another one of his targets - Chelsea forward Willian.
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Willian, 31, is hoping to get a three-year deal and Arteta is happy to meet his demands.
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has admitted he will be gutted to see the winger walk away from Stamford Bridge.
"I've got a great relationship with Willian. I actually don't know what that decision is," Lampard said.
"If that happens over the next few days, as he said, that will be good to me in either way.
Arsenal are hoping to sign Willian on a free transfer (Image: GETTY)
"Of course I'm very happy with Willian. He's been brilliant with me this season with input and work ethic within the squad.
"But it is his choice and I respect his choice.
"He's been a great servant for Chelsea if he decides to move on and if he does decide to move on, Chelsea obviously moves on as well. We have to look forward ourselves."