Chelsea sign defender Thiago Silva

  • Posted by : ACJ
  • Category: Sports, Premier_League
  • Friday 28th of August 2020

Chelsea have bolstered their defence with the signing of Brazil veteran Thiago Silva.

The 35-year-old left Paris Saint-Germain after the Champions League final defeat to Bayern Munich and had already been offered to Frank Lampard's side.

Silva, who had interest from Fiorentina among other clubs across Europe and turns 36 next month, has signed a one-year deal with an option for one more but the lack of transfer fee has made him a worthwhile investment despite his age.

He joined PSG from AC Milan in 2012 and won 18 major trophies, including seven Ligue 1 titles, and has won 89 caps for Brazil.

Chelsea have already signed Ben Chilwell from Leicester City for about £55million, Timo Werner from RB Leipzig for £47.5million, Hakim Ziyech from Ajax £37million and young defender Xavier Mbuyamba from Barcelona.

A £90million deal with Bayer Leverkusen for Kai Havertz is close to being finalised with confirmation expected in the coming days.

Last season, the Brazilian made 21 top-flight appearances and featured nine times in the UEFA Champions League where the Ligue 1 champions finished runners-up.

"I am delighted to be a part of Frank Lampard’s exciting squad for next season and I’m here to challenge for honours," Thiago Silva told Chelsea's official website. 


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