Willian is reportedly on the cusp of rejoining Fulham on a free transfer, with talks between the two parties advancing ahead of a winter move.
According to a report by Sky Sports, Willian is the subject of interest from Fulham. The Cottagers have been scouring the market for a wide attacker heading into the winter transfer window. So, the former Arsenal and Chelsea winger has emerged as a target, with the West London outfit advancing the talks to sign the Brazilian forward in a Bosman move.
Willian and his intriguing career trajectory
Willian has been a journeyman since leaving Chelsea as a free agent in 2020. The veteran South American attacker has represented four outfits in the last four and a half years, with his longest stint coming with Fulham. The Ribeirão Pires native could not even last long at his former club, Corinthians, while the latest spell ended in less than six months.
The 36-year-old joined Olympiacos after leaving Fulham as a free agent last summer. However, the experienced wide attacker could not even manage 500 minutes of game time across 11 appearances in all competitions before leaving the Greek outfit as a free agent.
However, despite the player’s sudden departure from Olympiacos, his stock in the market remains high. Recent reports have linked the Brazilian winger with Everton. However, while a move to the Premier League beckons, Fulham will likely win the race to secure his services, with talks between the two parties advancing.
What next?
Fulham’s interest in Willian is understandable. The Cottagers have been scouring the market for a wide attacker heading into the winter transfer window. While Alex Iwobi has excelled under the tutelage of Marco Silva, Adama Traore and Harry Wilson have blown hot and cold.
So, with Fulham eager to clinch European qualification this season, Marco Silva has demanded more firepower in the final third. While the former Arsenal and Chelsea winger is in the twilight of his career, he can bring a winning mentality to the West London club’s dressing room.
The 36-year-old Brazilian attacker might not play every game, but his presence can galvanise the first-team squad. So, with Fulham and Willian’s entourage advancing the talks over a free transfer, we will likely see the veteran winger returning to Craven Cottage this month.