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Chelsea to swap Willian for Malcom with Barcelona

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According to Bristol Post (via La Sexta), Barcelona are keen on reviving their interest in Chelsea star Willian. The 21-year-old who joined La Blaugrana in July has struggled to fit in so far and is reported to be looking for a way out.

Willian was actively pursued by the Cules in the summer. However, Chelsea rebuffed 3 Barcelona bids, with the highest one standing at £55 million, in the summer to keep hold of the Brazilian who has impressed in parts under the new Sarri regime.

Willian has a year left on his contract and Chelsea might just decide to cash in on the 30-year-old.

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