 Willian scored both of Shakhtar's goals in their 3–2 loss over European champions Chelsea in the group stage of the Champions League on 7 November.On 31 January 2013, Willian moved to Anzhi Makhachkala for a fee thought to be in the region of €35 million.He originally chose to wear the number 10, however due to UEFA restrictions that states a player must wear a number used in the Champions League for the remainder of the season, he was forced the wear the number 88 he had chosen at Shakhtar.