Willian blames nightmare Arsenal start on adapting to a 'new philosophy' after moving from Chelsea
Daily MailWillian has attempted to explain why he has struggled to adapt to life at Arsenal following his free transfer from Chelsea last summer. Willian has endured a horror start to life at Arsenal after moving from London rivals Chelsea And the experienced 32-year-old has since admitted that he has struggled to adapt to a new philosophy, having been at Chelsea for so long. Speaking in the club's matchday programme ahead of Arsenal's 0-0 draw at home to Crystal Palace, Willian admitted: 'Well it's never easy changing club, especially after being somewhere for so long. Willian produced two of his three assists on the opening day of the Premier League season at Fulham, and there was huge optimism that he could be the man to help get Arsenal firing in front of goal. Willian starred on the opening day at Fulham, but things certainly haven't been the same since The Brazilian also thanked manager Mikel Arteta for sticking by him during his hard times so far.