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Willian immensely proud to reach 300 games for Chelsea

Willian says he is immensely proud to have reached 300 games for Chelsea.

The Brazilian brought up the total against Lille in the Champions League after six years at the club.

"I have to be proud of that," smiles Willian.

"To achieve this number for this club is unbelievable. It was my dream to come to play for Chelsea. Always I wanted to play for this club.

"I had this affection with this club since they made an offer for me when I was at Shakhtar. I started watching the games and supporting this team. I loved the name, 'Chelsea'. The colour blue. And then I had the chance to play at Stamford Bridge for Shakhtar/

"When I stop playing, my name will be there. No-one can cross it off. I feel proud of that."

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