Willian may have his contract at Stanford bridge extended, after turning down Chinese club offer

Chelsea officially reopened negotiations to hold Willian after he declined a Chinese club bid


Goal.com reports, however, that the Blues remain firm in their stance that no more than a two-year contract will be offered.

The Brazilian has made it known that he wants to commit for a three-year deal and that he wants to stay in England, whether with Chelsea or not.


Willian, who has been linked with Tottenham and Arsenal, has impressed since the restart, starting all three games and contributing three goals and an assist. 


Speaking about Willian and team-mate Pedro last week, manager Frank Lampard said: ‘Yes we are still talking with the players and Willian in particular we are talking with him. I always felt confident that they would remain.

‘They have been fantastic professionals for the club and servants in all senses and when you have that level of professionalism within you it was a sign that they wanted to stay and see out this season at least.


'So we will carry on talking and see but I think everybody’s focus now is on these next games, the individuals themselves and us as a club.


‘I’m pleased negotiations were relatively easy because both sides wanted the same thing. The two players wanted to make sure they could see the season out with us.


‘At this point we need them in the squad they are both important players for us so I’m happy.’