Welcome back Willian: Fulham announce return of former Chelsea and Arsenal winger to Premier League as Brazilian settles back into London life

Willian initially played for Fulham between 2022 and 2024, making 67 appearances and contributing 10 goals and seven assists. However, he left last summer to join Greek side Olympiacos. His time in Greece proved short-lived, as he terminated his contract in December after just three months and has since been a free agent. Fulham were then able to sign him outside the transfer window.

Willian is no stranger to English football, having amassed 317 Premier League appearances over the years. His journey in England began when he joined Chelsea in 2013, where he spent seven years and won two Premier League titles. He later moved to Arsenal for a season before heading to Fulham in 2022.

After completing his move to Fulham, Willian said: "I'm completely happy, my family's happy. We are happy to be back, and I think we can do good things until the end of the season, so I can't wait to start with my teammates and do good things inside the pitch."

Before the confirmation of his Fulham return, Willian retraced his way back to Stamford Bridge on Monday night, to watch his former club Chelsea seal a 2-1 comeback victory over West Ham in the Premier League.

With his return now official, Willian could soon make his second debut for Fulham, potentially as early as this weekend. The Cottagers are set to face Wigan Athletic in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Saturday, and manager Marco Silva may opt to include the experienced winger in the squad.