Brazilian outlet RTI Esporte have revealed the financial details behind Willian’s move to Grêmio, with the former Fulham midfielder becoming one of the club’s highest earners.
According to the report, Willian will earn around £215,000 per month (R$1.4m), in addition to signing-on fees and performance-related bonuses. That puts him on top of other big earners in the Porto Alegre side, such as former Barcelona players Arthur and Martin Braithwaite.
The 37-year-old, who has not played since 10 May, has signed a contract until the end of 2026, with an option for a further year depending on performance.
It is also pointed out that Grêmio will not be footing the entire bill alone. One of the club’s betting sponsors will contribute towards his wages and financial package, helping to secure the arrival of the experienced playmaker.
Despite interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia and Europe, Willian opted for the Porto Alegre side, encouraged by the support he received from fans online and reassured by conversations with presidential candidate Marcelo Marques, who outlined future plans.
As we previously covered, the winger now reunites with Carlos Vinícius, another former Fulham man, as Grêmio hope the pair can make a difference in the second half of the season.
