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Emenalo keen to see ‘continued impact’ of Chelsea star Willian

Chelsea technical director Michael Emenalo was thrilled to announce a new contract for star winger Willian.

The Brazilian has signed a four-year deal that will see him stay with the West London club until 2020 and Emenalo is eager for the reigning Player of the Year to continue having a positive effect on the team under new boss Antonio Conte.

"We are very pleased to agree a new long-term deal with Willian, who has proved himself to be an important player for the team since he arrived here," he told the club's official website.

"We are looking forward to seeing his continued impact as we begin an exciting new campaign under first-team head coach Antonio Conte."

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