Brazilian defender Thiago Silva, 39, will leave Chelsea London after this season, according to the English club's website.
"I came to this club to play for one year, but I stayed for four years. This club is important for me, for my family. My sons play at Chelsea. I am very proud to be a member of the Chelsea family. I hope my sons can continue their careers here.
I hope to return in a different role in the near future. My love for the club is indescribable. I can only say thank you. Saying goodbye is hard. But one says goodbye to someone who doesn't come back. I hope to return one day," said Thiago Silva.
The former Brazilian national team player moved to Chelsea in 2020 as a free agent. Since then, he has won the Champions League, the club World Cup and the European Super Cup.
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