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Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

'More assists than Chelsea this season!' - Arsenal fans go crazy over Willian's debut

Willian has left a number of Arsenal fans very impressed following his debut for the club.

A summer signing from London rivals Chelsea after his contract expired, the Brazil international was handed his first start in Gunners colours in their 3-0 win over Fulham on the opening weekend of the new Premier League season.

Given the nod over club-record signing Nicolas Pepe on the right-hand side of an attacking trio alongside Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, the attacking midfielder proved he was worthy of his selection.

He was involved in the opening goal of the game as Lacazette turned home from close range after his initial effort was saved.

Then in the second half came back-to-back assists in quick succession.

Firstly, his corner was turned home by another debutant and compatriot Gabriel Magalhaes and then his fine cross-field pass was expertly finished by Aubameyang to make it 3-0.

Willian's afternoon ended shortly after as he was replaced by Pepe, thus earning himself a well-earned break as his teammates saw the game out with ease.

To get multiple assists on his Arsenal debut was something that did not go unnoticed by supporters.

Take a look at the best responses on Twitter...

Arsenal fans can thank David Luiz for Willian's arrival at the club this summer as the midfielder admitted that the defender played a key role in his decision to swap west London for north London.

"Yeah, a lot of times," Willian said. "He was one of the guys who put a lot of pressure for me to come.

"I have known him since we were eight years old.

"We have a great relationship, he is my brother and I love him."

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