Chelsea icon John Terry has endorsed the contract extension of Thiago Silva with a short, but heartfelt, message on social media. The 38-year-old defender was set to leave the Blues at the end of the season once his previous deal expired but, having continued to impress, he has been rewarded for his efforts.
Silva penned a one-year extension which keeps him at Stamford Bridge until the summer of 2024. He's featured 19 times for Chelsea in the Premier League this term, helping the club keep six clean sheets.
The Brazil international has been integral to the Blues' success since arriving in 2020 under Frank Lampard, winning the Champions League, the FIFA Club World Cup and the UEFA Super Cup. Despite his age, Silva continues to prove his doubters wrong; he's begun to establish a formidable partnership with Benoit Badiashile, who's blossomed under his stewardship.
