Todd Boehly is ready to pay £60 million for Thiago Silva replacement at Chelsea
Thiago Silva Bids Farewell to Chelsea and Joins Fluminense
After a remarkable four-year journey with Chelsea, where his contract was extended multiple times from an initial one-year deal from PSG in 2020, Thiago Silva has played his last game for the club. The seasoned Brazilian defender said his goodbyes to fans in Chelsea’s final Premier League match of the season against Bournemouth, which ended in a 2-1 victory, securing European football for the next season and providing an emotional send-off for supporters.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Silva accumulated 155 appearances across all competitions for Chelsea, playing a pivotal role in their 2021 Champions League triumph, an achievement that seemed unlikely when he first signed with the Blues at 35. He now returns to Brazil, having signed with Fluminense, where he will reunite with former Real Madrid star Marcelo. Before his farewell match, Silva penned a heartfelt message to Chelsea fans.
Silva’s Emotional Farewell
“Chelsea holds a special place in my heart,” Silva shared in a touching goodbye to fans last month. “I initially planned to stay for just a year, but it turned into four years, which was wonderful for both me and my family.
“My sons play for Chelsea, making it a source of immense pride to be part of this club. I hope they continue their careers here, at this victorious club that many players dream of joining. Over these four years, I’ve always given my best. But everything has a beginning, middle, and end. This isn’t a definitive goodbye—I hope to return in a different capacity someday. My love for Chelsea is indescribable, and I can only say thank you.”
Chelsea Eyeing Replacements for Silva
In the wake of Silva’s departure, Chelsea has been linked with several potential replacements. Barcelona’s Ronald Araujo and Juventus’ Gleison Bremer are among the names being considered.
Boehly Ready to Invest £60 Million in Bremer
According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is prepared to meet the £60 million valuation for Bremer, Silva’s compatriot who has been a standout performer for Juventus since his transfer from Torino. Boehly is determined to secure Bremer’s services ahead of competition from Manchester United.
Bremer, hailed as “world-class” for his performances in Serie A, could be the perfect successor to Silva, solidifying Chelsea’s defense as they aim to maintain their competitive edge.
