Brazilian side Fluminense are reportedly preparing to offer Thiago Silva the chance to return to South America at the end of the season.
That’s according to a recent report from Football Insider, who claims the veteran centre-back is increasingly likely to depart Stamford Bridge once the season comes to an end.
Having signed a one-year contract extension last year, Silva, 39, has committed this campaign to the Blues, however, he is expected to walk away on a free transfer in the summer, and former side Fluminese appear in the driving seat to bring the defender back to his homeland.
It is expected that Chelsea’s senior decision-makers will not stand in the 39-year-old’s way if he chooses to make a stunning return to Fluminese almost 15 years after leaving in favour of a career in Europe.
During his three years with Chelsea, Silva, who joined on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain, has directly contributed to nine goals in 126 games in all competitions.