Chelsea ‘set to offer Thiago Silva a contract extension’
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Chelsea ‘stand ready to offer Thiago Silva a contract extension’ that would see the defender stay at the club after his 39th birthday, with the Brazilian ‘considered the perfect role model’ as the Blues build for the future
- Silva, 38, is without a contract at the end of the season at the London club
- He has impressed on several occasions and is likely to accept the extra year
- Chelsea have been investing in youth during a January splurge of more than £150m
Chelsea are ready to offer Thiago Silva a contract extension to extend his impressive stay at Stamford Bridge.
Silva, 38, is the key man in the Blues’ defensive line, but his current contract is due to expire at the end of the season.
According to the Times, new Chelsea manager Graham Potter was impressed with the Brazilian’s attitude and is seen as the perfect role model in the club’s hierarchy as it tries to build a team for the future.
More to follow.
Chelsea are reportedly ready to offer Thiago Silva a contract extension to stay at Stamford Bridge.