Things have been moving fast today on the Chelsea transfer train.
As various reports fly around, it seems very apparent that not only are Chelsea interested in signing PSG centre back Thiago Silva, but they ‘are in advanced talks to sign’ him now, according to The Athletic.
Soon after the reliable publication broke this news, another reliable reporter added some more positive news to the rumour.
Sky Sport Italy’s Angelo Mangiante tweeted that Chelsea ‘have overtaken’ Fiorentina in the race to sign Silva on a free transfer.
#Chelsea today have overtaken #Fiorentina in the race for #ThiagoSilva on a free transfer. #CFC @SkySport pic.twitter.com/roUSgzDpSj
— Angelo Mangiante (@angelomangiante) August 21, 2020
We’re told Chelsea are in advanced talks to sign Thiago Silva on a free transfer. Contract length among the issues still to iron out. More info on @TheAthleticUK’s transfer tracker here 👇 #CFC https://t.co/up5JqJkfjo
— Liam Twomey (@liam_twomey) August 21, 2020
The 35-year old will play for PSG in the Champions League final on Sunday in what could be his final game at the club.
Chelsea are looking for an experienced leader-type at the back of their defence, and Silva fits that bill perfectly.
There are still some details to iron out if Chelsea are to sign him, like the length of the contract, but it looks to be at an advanced stage now.
