Chelsea ace Willian could've been playing for Barcelona long-term, it has been revealed.
Willian, who was outstanding in Chelsea's 1-1 draw with Barca this week, was close to signing for Barca while still with Shakhtar Donetsk.
Indeed, El Mundo Deportivo says the Brazil international REJECTED the approach from then Barca chief Sandro Rosell. Instead, Willian chose to sign for Anzhi Makhachkala.
Anzhi splashed out €35m to buy the midfielder in 2013, where he made just 11 appearances before leaving for Chelsea.
Earlier this week, Willian said of Barca and Real Madrid: "I think they are the two biggest clubs in the world, Real Madrid and Barcelona.
“They are the clubs with the most visibility, it's everyone's dream to play for these clubs."