It proved to be his last game for Arsenal—after talks over a new contract failed, Gallas left the club over the summer as a free agent having made a total of 142 appearances and scoring 17 goals for the club.

What position was Gallas?

Defender
William Gallas/Position

Did William Gallas play for Chelsea?

William Eric Gallas (born 17 August 1977) is a French international footballer who played for Chelsea F.C. between 2001 and 2006. Gallas signed for London rivals Arsenal, in a player plus cash deal for Ashley Cole.

How many players have played for Chelsea Arsenal and Tottenham?

In the long history of English football, only 15 players have ever played for both Arsenal and Tottenham, the two sides of one of the most heated and hate-filled rivalries in existence: the North London Derby.

Why is Willian leaving Chelsea?

He wanted to stay at the club but he was unable to renegotiate a deal with the Blues to extend his contract. He wants three years but the club were only prepared to offer him a further two years. That led to his departure, converting him from Blue to Red and making the switch from west to north London.

How old is William arsenal?

20 years (March 24, 2001)
William Saliba/Age

Why did William leave Chelsea?

How many times did Chelsea beat Arsenal?

Overall, Arsenal have won more games in the rivalry’s history, having won 79 times to Chelsea’s 65, with 59 draws (as of 12 May 2021)….Arsenal F.C.–Chelsea F.C. rivalry.

Who has beaten Chelsea the most?

The team that has beaten Chelsea the Most is Liverpool. The Merseyside club have beaten Chelsea More than any other team in the English League. Liverpool have beaten Chelsea 69 times. Other teams that come close to their record are Arsenal and Manchester United with 64 and 63 wins respectively.

Is Willian going back to Chelsea?

Willian is keen on returning to Chelsea this summer having may played his final game for Arsenal, according to reports. The 32-year-old joined Arsenal last summer after leaving Chelsea at the end of his contract, as the two parties couldn’t come to an agreement on a new deal.

Where did William Gallas start his football career?

Gallas began his career in France, before being signed by English club Chelsea in 2001. He transferred to Arsenal as part of an exchange deal in 2006. He then signed for rivals Tottenham Hotspur in 2010.

When did William Gallas contract with Chelsea expire?

Gallas scored some vital goals against Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United as Chelsea retained their title in the 2005–06 Premier League season. Gallas’ contract with Chelsea was due to expire in May 2007.

Why was William Gallas dropped from the Arsenal squad?

He was dropped from the squad for the next match, against Manchester City, and was reported to have been fined two weeks’ wages. Reports that he had been stripped of the captaincy permanently were confirmed by Arsenal on 24 November, and he succeeded by Cesc Fàbregas.

Where did William Gallas get his first international cap?

He also played as a left-back at times. It was with Chelsea and under Ranieri where Gallas obtained his first international cap for France. Gallas was part of the Chelsea squad which won back-to-back Premier League titles and a League Cup under Ranieri’s successor José Mourinho.