This month, following reports from the Brazilian and the English media claiming Thiago Silva could leave Chelsea for Fluminense, we saw the player turning down those rumours.
The centre-back said he’s not thinking of leaving the Blues, with whom he has a contract until 2024, and dismissed the claims about his future plans.
His quotes may have been disappointing for Fluminense fans, but that didn’t change the Brazilian club’s outlook, according to Super Esportes.
It’s said that there were never advanced negotiations for his signing, so Fluminense saw ‘no problem’ with his statements. They actually saw his reaction as ‘natural’.
The Rio de Janeiro side are in great form this season, and believe Silva is actually eager to join them. People at the club who are friends with Silva have held informal conversations, with no official bid yet.
At 38, Thiago Silva has made 33 appearances for Chelsea this season so far. The lack of Champions League football next year may be what weighs on his decision to accelerate his return to Brazil, as it’s his public wish to retire at Fluminense.
