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Willian ready to win titles with Sarri's Chelsea after summer of speculation

Willian is ready to win titles under Maurizio Sarri at Chelsea after a summer of speculation linking him with moves to Barcelona, Real Madrid and Manchester United.

Sarri selected the 29-year-old as his captain for a 0-0 International Champions Cup draw with Lyon at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, a fixture which required penalties to determine a winner as Eden Hazard struck the decisive spot-kick upon his return to action with the Blues.

Chelsea are now set to turn their attention to a Premier League opener on Saturday, with a trip to Huddersfield Town's John Smith's Stadium up first.