Chelsea is reported to be confident in keeping center-back Thiago Silva at the club until 2024 through a contract extension. While the Brazilian’s contract with the Blues lapses at the end of the season, it has been reported that both parties would like him to remain at the club.
While Chelsea has adopted a policy of building a team of younger players, Silva’s experience is highly valued at Stamford Bridge, particularly as the club looks to develop its young players’ mindsets and shift to the playing style of new manager Graham Potter.
“I know that the club needs me at this moment,” Silva explained. “I’m here to help, there are young players. I think that with my experience I can help in this process of rebuilding the club. I am here for this, willing to do this. But I know that my responsibility is huge. I know we have a lot of work ahead of us.”
Silva arrived at Chelsea in 2020 on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain. He has made 106 appearances for the club, scoring five goals as a defender in the process. With Silva in their backline, Chelsea lifted the Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, and UEFA Super Cup trophies.
