Chelsea center-back Thiago Silva has extended his contract with the European champions by one year until the end of the 2022/23 season, the club announced on Monday.
The 37-year-old joined the Blues from Paris Saint-Germain in 2020, initially on a single one-season contract.
However, he has emerged as a key figure as Chelsea won the Champions League last season and sit second behind runaway Premier League leaders Manchester City.
“Playing here with Chelsea is a real pleasure. I never thought I’d play for three years here at this big club so I’m very happy to stay for another season, ”said Silva, who has made 56 appearances in the past 18 months, at the Chelsea venue. .
“I will give everything to continue playing at this level in the most important league in the world. “
Tying the Brazil international to an extended contract has become a priority for Chelsea with fellow center-backs Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen also terminating at the end of the season.
“Thiago Silva’s experience, leadership and performance have been and remain very important to this team, so we are extremely happy to extend his contract for one year,” said Chelsea manager Marina Granovskaia.
“We look forward to his continued influence as we seek honors this season and next, and more of the qualities that have led him to make such a big impact for us on and off the pitch. “
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