THIAGO SILVA WILL DEPART CHELSEA AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE SEASON.

Thiago Silva, a Brazilian defender, will depart Chelsea at the end of the season after four years there.
Silva, 39, made the news on Monday, stating he is open to returning to Chelsea “in another role”.

“Goodbyes are for those who leave and do not return,” he stated in a message to Chelsea supporters. “I intend on coming back one day.”

Silva joined Chelsea in 2020, when his contract with Paris Saint-Germain terminated. He stated that he only planned to stay at the English team for one season.

He continued to play for the club after winning the Champions League at the end of his first season there. His sons are now playing for Chelsea’s youth teams.

“It’s a source of great pride to be a part of the Chelsea family — literally because my sons are here,” Silva said in a statement. “I hope they can continue their careers here at this victorious club that many players wish to be part of.”

Chelsea has five league games remaining this season, but is in ninth place after an uneven season under first-year coach Mauricio Pochettino.