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Sep122020 by JBNo Comments

Rudiger reacts to Chelsea’s transfer deals for Havertz & Thiago Silva

Premier League

Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger is delighted the club have signed Germany team-mate Kai Havertz and says he wants to learn from fellow summer signing Thiago Silva. Chelsea wrapped up a £70m deal for Havertz last week, with the German star joining the likes of Timo Werner, Hakim Ziyech, Chilwell and Silva in arriving at the club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The blues signed Brazilian defender Thiago Silva on a free transfer after he ended his eight-year spell at PSG, in which he won several Ligue 1 titles and reached the Champions League final last season. On the signing of Silva, Chelsea defender Rudiger said: ‘He is one of the best of his generation, definitely. ‘Of course, first of all, to learn from such a great player and everything, and als...

Sep72020 by JBNo Comments

How Neymar convinced Thiago Silva to join Chelsea

Premier League

Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar privately urged Thiago Silva to leave the club and sign for Chelsea this summer, according to reports. Chelsea signed the Brazilian defender on a free transfer from the French champions last month, with Frank Lampard interested in adding experience to his poor defence. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 35-year-old has spent eight years with PSG but The Telegraph report that a source close to the player claims the centre-back was ‘immediately’ attracted by the prospect of moving to Chelsea. The report claims that during PSG’s Champions League preparations in Lisbon last month, Thiago Silva consulted Neymar and the Brazilian forward told his compatriot to join the blues. Chelsea’s hierarchy, including the club’s owner...

Aug312020 by JBNo Comments

Thiago Silva rejected late offer from PSG to join Chelsea, reveals agent

Premier League

Thiago Silva turned down a late offer to remain at Paris Saint-Germain and moved ahead with his transfer move to Chelsea, according to his agent Paulo Tonietto. The 35-year-old defender completed his transfer to Chelsea last week after spending eight years in France. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); During his time at PSG, Thiago Silva was able to win six Ligue 1 titles and finished his time at PSG with a 1-0 defeat to Bayern in the Champions League final. Thiago Silva has signed a one-year deal with Chelsea, with the option for a further season, but his agent has revealed that PSG’s sporting director, Leonardo, made a plea for him to stay in France. Tonietto also revealed that PSG’s manager, Thomas Tuchel, was interested in keeping Thiago Silva in h...

Aug282020 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea legend John Terry reacts after Lampard signs Thiago Silva

Premier League

Chelsea legend John Terry has endorsed the blues' deal for Thiago Silva after Frank Lampard signed the experienced defender on a free transfer. The 35-year-old joins Chelsea on a one-year deal, with the option of extending his stay at the club for another campaign. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Thiago Silva spent almost a decade in France before joining Chelsea and helped the Ligue 1 champions reach the Champions League final last week, where they lost to Bayern. Silva will strengthen a Chelsea defence which conceded the most goals (54) in the Premier League top ten last campaign and Terry is happy with his signing. ‘What a signing this is,’ the former Chelsea skipper said after Frank Lampard's side confirmed the deal. Reacting to his move to Lond...

Aug282020 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea confirm signing of Thiago Silva after PSG exit

Premier League

Chelsea have officially confirmed the signing of Thiago Silva on a free transfer after his exit from Paris Saint-Germain. The Brazilian defender has spent the last eight years with the PSG but played his last match for the French club in last Sunday’s Champions League final defeat against Bayern Munich. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Silva has signed a one-year contract with the option for a further 12 months and the clause can be triggered by either the player or Chelsea. Frank Lampard began his summer spending spree with the additions of Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech but is now concentrating on the defence which was poor last season. Looking ahead to his new challenge, Silva said: ‘I am so happy to be joining Chelsea. I am delighted to be a part of F...

Aug272020 by JBNo Comments

John Terry sends message to Thiago Silva ahead of Chelsea move

Premier League

Chelsea legend John Terry has sent a message to former Paris Saint-Germain skipper Thiago Silva ahead of his move to Stamford Bridge. The veteran defender is set to join Chelsea on an initial one-year deal this week and he’s expected to be in London in the next 48 hours to undergo a medical. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Frank Lampard is keen to bolster his defence this summer after Chelsea's leaky defense conceded 58 times last season and the club announced the signing of Ben Chilwell on Wednesday. However, Thiago Silva is expected to join next and the Brazilian sent a farewell message to Paris Saint-Germain fans on Instagram before his exit. ‘The value of things is not in the time that they last, but in its intensity. For this reason, there are unf...

Aug242020 by JBNo Comments

John Terry reacts to rumours Thiago Silva will sign for Chelsea

Premier League

Chelsea legend John Terry has appeared to give his seal of approval for the club to sign free agent Thiago Silva this summer window. Chelsea have struggled to find a leader at in defence since Terry’s exit back in 2017 but are reportedly closing in on Paris Saint-Germain skipper Silva, who has emerged as Lampard’s top target. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Silva’s eight-year stay with PSG came to an end as they lost to Bayern in last night’s Champions League final and he confirmed that the game would be his last for the club. ‘This was my last match at PSG. I am sad,’ the Brazilian told French outlet RMC Sport. ‘I apologise to the supporters. I want to thank all the fans for their love. ‘I will come back to PSG… I want to play for three or four more...

Aug242020 by JBNo Comments

Thiago Silva set to complete move to Chelsea after CL final defeat with PSG

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

Paris Saint-Germain defender Thiago Silva is expected to join Chelsea after playing his final match for the Ligue 1 champions. Defeat in the Champions League final to Bayern Munich on Sunday is set to be followed by the veteran defender finalising his free transfer to Chelsea, after his contract with PSG ran out and he was not offered a new one. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Daily Telegraph claimed last week that Chelsea were interested in signing the 35-year-old and that positive talks had already taken place. Silva is likely to agree a one-year deal with the option of a further year, and Frank Lampard is keen to add his experience to his Chelsea defence. Left-back Ben Chilwell is expected to join in a £50m transfer move from Leicester. Silva, w...

Aug212020 by JBNo Comments

Thiago Silva speaks out on his future amid Chelsea move reports

Premier League

Paris Saint-Germain skipper Thiago Silva believes Saturday’s Champions League final against Bayern may not mean his final match for the club. The Brazilian has spent the last eight years in France after his move from AC Milan and could win the biggest prize in European club football. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); His contract is due to expire this month and he has been linked with a return to Italy, while reports this week claimed he had been offered to Chelsea. ‘Destiny is in our hands,’ said the 35-year-old defender, speaking ahead of the final against Bayern Munich. ‘The club turns 50 and it’s the last year of my deal,’ he told the club’s website. “I gave everything I could. ‘If I can continue to play with the club, we will discuss it and mak...

Aug192020 by JBNo Comments

Frank Lampard offered chance to sign Thiago Silva

Premier League, Ligue 1

Paris Saint-Germain defender Thiago Silva has been offered to Chelsea ahead of his exit from the French Ligue 1 champions, according to reports. The Brazilian centre-back will play his last game for PSG in the Champions League this weekend, but will then look to secure a new club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Silva has been linked with a move to Arsenal after a phonecall from Mikel Arteta, but the Telegraph claim Chelsea have also emerged as candidates for the player's signature. Frank Lampard is keen to strengthen his defensive options this summer and has been given the opportunity to bring Silva to Stamford Bridge. Silva wants to move to the Premier League and is even prepared to take a pay cut on the £1.3m he currently earns a year at PSG. T...