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Wellington Silva leaves Arsenal for Fluminense

Brazilian winger Wellington Silva has left Arsenal to rejoin Fluminense on a four-year deal.

Wellington Silva has returned home to sign with junior club Fluminense after failing to make an appearance for Premier League outfit Arsenal.

Silva, 23, joins Fluminense on a four-year deal after a turbulent time under contract at Arsenal.

The Brazilian was signed by Arsene Wenger in 2010 but did not receive his work permit to play in England until the 2015-16 season.

Silva spent time on loan at Levante, Alcoyano, Ponferradina, Murcia and Almeria before joining Bolton Wanderers after claiming his permit.