Willian is set to perform a big U-turn and sign a new contract with Chelsea.

The Sun says the midfielder is set to be rewarded for standing by Chelsea with a new contract.

And the club may even soften its traditionally strict one-year extension policy for older players because of his commitment and high-energy football.

The Brazilian winger has less than two years to run on his current deal which is worth around £120,000-a-week.

He turned 30 eight days ago and it is customary for the club to only offer an extra 12 months once a player passes the landmark age.

But Willian's loyalty and more importantly the fact he is showing no signs of slowing down on the pitch has been noted.

A two-year extension could be on the cards along with a pay rise for the hardworking midfielder who has been at Chelsea for five years.