Chelsea's succession planning for life after Thiago Silva at the club is already underway, with a number of young defenders eyed as targets in the transfer window. Despite being 38 years old, the Brazilian is playing some of his best football with the Blues, but that won't last forever.
"I am now enjoying the best version of Thiago Silva," the defender said during the World Cup campaign with Brazil. "I think now, at my age, I am living the best moments of my career. I also have other personal fulfilments, I have a beautiful family that is a great support to me.”
At some point though, time will likely catch up with the seemingly evergreen centre-back and a move away from Stamford Bridge will be on the cards and the one-year contract extensions will end. Given his importance, Chelsea have to plan for options beyond his time.
