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Unhappy Sarri plans Willian talks after delay in Chelsea star’s return

New Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri is "not happy" and plans to have a conversation with star attacker Willian after the Brazil international was delayed in his return to the club after the World Cup.

Willian’s future with the Blues has been in question this summer amid reported interest from Barcelona, Manchester United and Real Madrid, with Barca making several bids.

While Barcelona’s pursuit ended when the La Liga champions signed Malcom from Bordeaux for €41 million (£36.5m/$48m), Willian was delayed in rejoining Chelsea from his post World Cup vacation prompting speculation another bid had come in.