Fluminense is aiming to secure Thiago Silva’s signature in the upcoming summer, with the Brazilian veteran set to become a free agent as his contract with Chelsea concludes at the end of the current season.
Thiago Silva via ESPN Brazil
“Thiago Silva has been a dream of ours for a long time, the president talks to him almost every week. Thiago has a contract in England, we’re rooting for him, I personally am a friend of his, and I’m a big fan of his character, and he deserves all the best. He knows that here the doors are wide open for him to return.
“There’s nothing [imminent]. We have to be careful not to put pressure on Thiago. The fans love Thiago, we love Thiago, and Thiago loves Fluminense. One day it’s inevitable, it will happen, it’s the player’s wish, the club’s wish and we hope it happens as soon as possible.”
The Brazil international, has a storied history with Fluminense, having spent two and a half seasons with the Tricolor from 2006 to 2009 before embarking on a journey to AC Milan, where he solidified his reputation.
Now, as his tenure with Chelsea approaches its end, the Blues are actively seeking a new center-back.
They have shown interest in acquiring Lille’s promising talent, Leny Yoro, while also considering Sporting CP’s Ousmane Diomande and Nice’s Jean-Clair Todibo as potential options.
Throughout the current season, Silva has been a consistent presence for Mauricio Pochettino’s squad, featuring in 29 matches across various competitions.
Fans eagerly anticipate his next performance, slated for March 30, when Chelsea clashes with Burnley in the Premier League.
Looking ahead to the summer transfer window, Fluminense is eyeing a reunion with their former star.
With Silva’s Chelsea contract set to expire at the end of the season, the Brazilian veteran presents an enticing prospect for his former club. His wealth of experience and defensive prowess could significantly bolster Fluminense’s squad, providing leadership and stability at the back.
Securing Silva’s signature would not only be a significant coup for Fluminense but also a homecoming for the revered defender.
Returning to his roots could reignite his passion for the game while offering him the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy at the club where his professional career began.
As negotiations and discussions unfold in the coming months, all eyes will be on Fluminense’s pursuit of Thiago Silva.
The prospect of seeing the veteran defender don the Tricolor jersey once again is sure to captivate fans and ignite excitement for the upcoming season.
