Despite signing an agreement with Fulham just two weeks prior, Willian reportedly opted to join Al-Shabab.

The Brazilian winger signed a new contract at Craven Cottage on July 17 that would keep him there through the summer of 2019.

However, The Telegraph reports that the player was persuaded to move to Asia by Saudi Club Al-Shabab, who offered him a salary that was double what he was receiving in England.

After a strong campaign in which he scored five goals and provided six assists, Fulham is reluctant to let the 34-year-old leave the Premier League club and will want a transfer fee.

The Cottagers are also dealing with interest in other players, including star striker Aleksandar Mitrovic, who has expressed his desire to move to Al-Hilal. Meanwhile, manager Marco Silva was approached by Al-Ahli but decided to turn down the offer and remains committed to Fulham.

Although Al-Shabab has not yet made a formal offer to Fulham, talks will begin if Willian submits a transfer request.

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After reaching an agreement on a new one-year contract at Craven Cottage, Willian has re-signed for Fulham.

The 34-year-old had a medical with Premier League rivals Nottingham Forest, who were offering a two-year deal and higher pay, but he decided to stay in west London where his family feels at home.

Forest also gave him the option to complete his career at Olympiacos, a Greek powerhouse also controlled by shipping tycoon Evangelos Marinakis. However, Willian recently underwent a new medical at Fulham and agreed to new terms.

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— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) July 17, 2023

After allowing Willian to succeed upon his return to the English top division last season, Fulham manager Marco Silva is thought to have played a significant role in Willian’s choice to stay.

Never in doubt. ✍️😏#WillianStays 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/u3n3yj7yws

— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) July 17, 2023

Willian led Fulham to a top-half finish in the league after they were promoted from the Championship with five goals and six assists in 27 games.

“I’m completely happy. Happy to sign one more year with Fulham,” Willian told FFC TV.

“Happy to continue the work that I did last season with all my teammates and the whole club. I think it’s a club that can do even better this season, so I’m happy to continue this amazing adventure.”

Willian is now anticipated to travel to the United States with the Fulham team for their preseason tour, where they will play Brentford, Aston Villa, and Chelsea over a two-week span.

Fulham chief Tony Khan said: “I’m thrilled that Willian will return to Fulham for at least one more season. He was a very important addition last summer, and he was a significant contributor during one of the most successful Premier League campaigns that our club has ever had.

“We’re all very excited that Willian will return to Craven Cottage as we aim for another successful season in the Premier League together. Come on Fulham.”

We are delighted to confirm that @willianborges88 has agreed a new deal that sees him return to Fulham. 🫶#WillianStays 🇧🇷

— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) July 17, 2023

While all is going on, Callum Hudson-Odoi, a former Chelsea teammate of Willian’s, is still in talks with Fulham.

Despite Manor Solomon choosing Tottenham over them and the Cottagers deciding not to keep Daniel James after a loan spell from Leeds, the attacking talent is still something the club is looking to add this summer.

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