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Veteran star wants to extend Chelsea stay with a new contract

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News: Thiago Silva wants to extend Chelsea stay

According to news from Metro, Thiago Silva wants to extend his stay with Chelsea by signing a new contract. The Brazilian expressed his desire to remain at the club after the Blues progressed to the Champions League quarter-finals.

The 36-year-old joined Chelsea this summer and despite his age, he has seamlessly adapted to the fast-paced nature of the Premier League. He has already played more than 20 games this season. However, he has missed a few games with injuries and Andreas Christensen took over in the interim.

Chelsea v FC Porto – UEFA Champions League – Quarter Final – Second Leg – Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium Chelsea s Thiago Silva and FC Porto s Jesus Corona battle for the ball during the UEFA Champions League match at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium, Seville. Picture date: Tuesday April 13, 2021. Photo credit: Isabel Infantes/PA Wire.

Silva’s experience and leadership have been visible on the pitch and Chelsea look a far more secure side with him in the line-up. Chelsea have kept 9 league clean sheets in the 18 games he has played so far.

The former PSG man was on the sidelines with a hamstring issue but has since returned to action, starting against Porto. He has a one-year extension in his contract, which can be triggered by a mutual agreement. However, Silva spoke about his keenness to continue at the club.

Thiago Silva in action for Chelsea. (GETTY Images)
Thiago Silva in action for Chelsea. (GETTY Images)

‘I hope to continue like this. I want to continue to play at this level and get to the World Cup in 2022. Thomas Tuchel is doing an amazing job here at Chelsea.’

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It is definitely good news that Silva is willing to extend his stay with the club. While he isn’t exactly a long-term option, his presence for another season could allow Chelsea to funnel transfer funds to other areas of requirement.