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Arsenal fans had mixed opinions about the arrival of 32-year-old Willian on a 3-year contract in the summer. Some expected great things from the Brazilian for at least a couple of years, while others could not understand why someone would give such a long contract to a veteran player.
Well, the naysayers seem to be right so far as Willian has had very little impact thus far as Arsenal have been falling on the table like a lead ball.
He started well with two assists in his first game, but ten games later he still hasn’t scored a goal and has only managed one more assist, but for some reason Arteta still seems to have faith that it will turn out well.
Now Gol Digital in Spain is reporting that Real Betis are considering an approach for Willian to replace Joaquín, the 39-year-old retired captain. The report says (translated by Google): “To strengthen the team and anticipate the retirement of Joaquín, Antonio Cordón has the possibility of incorporating Willian within his scope. The Brazilian currently plays for Arsenal under the leadership of Mikel Arteta, who at the beginning of this season has chosen to gradually relegate him.
“The experienced winger has not been able to consolidate himself in the Gunner team and the club’s managers would be contemplating the possibility of signing his exit in this winter market. A scenario that could well mitigate Betis the impact that the departure of a player like captain Joaquín would leave.
“Willian’s qualities in the world of football are well known. The Brazilian is intelligent, has overflow, associative capacity, arrival at goal, defensive profile when required, etc. He is a versatile player who, given the development of the game, can set up a containment line in midfield ”.
It would certainly be a massive U-turn on Arteta’s part if he let Willian go, as he seemed certain he would be an instant hit for the Gunners, but I don’t think many Gooners will complain if they remove him from our salary bill. .
The only questions are; Could Betis pay Willian as much as his contract with Arsenal? AND; Would Arteta admit that he made a big mistake bringing Willian?
