The shit from Spurs they bought his flight! The Story of Willian to Chelsea
Willian's dramatic 2013 transfer saw him ditch Tottenham after a completed medical, opting for Chelsea, where he won two Premier League titles and became a fan favorite.
Original Source
TalkSport
Written by
Steve Worrell
14 Jan
10:15
Former Players
The1905.Club Summary
In 2013, Chelsea hijacked Tottenham's deal for Willian in one of the Premier League's most infamous transfer sagas. Despite completing a medical at Spurs, the Brazilian winger chose Chelsea after Roman Abramovich’s last-minute intervention. His decision, which included enduring hours of negotiations and threats from Tottenham, led to a seven-season stint at Stamford Bridge, earning two Premier League titles and other major honors.
Key Points
Transfer Drama: Willian completed a medical at Tottenham but reversed course after Chelsea's late offer.
Chelsea Success: Willian played 339 games, scoring 63 goals, and won five major trophies with the Blues.
Fan Chant: Chelsea fans immortalized the hijack in a chant celebrating his choice over Spurs.
Post-Chelsea Career: Willian played for Arsenal, Fulham, and other clubs, and may return to the Premier League.
Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
