Transfer market: Thiago Silva favors a return to Europe
Free since leaving Fluminense, the 41-year-old Brazilian defender Thiago Silva wants to continue his career in Europe, ruling out options in the Middle East and Major League Soccer as the 2026 World Cup approaches.
LE HAVRE – Thiago Silva of Brasil during the International Friendly match between Brazil and Ghana at Stade Oceane on September 23, 2022 in Le Havre, France. ANP | Dutch Height | Gerrit van Keulen – Photo by Icon sport
Free since leaving Fluminense, Thiago Silva is preparing to write a new chapter in his career, and Europe appears to be his preferred destination. At 41, the former Chelsea center-back does not plan to move to the Middle East or give in to the lure of Major League Soccer.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the Brazilian’s plan is clear: to return to Europe as a free agent, a choice driven as much by sporting as by family considerations. Eager to be closer to his loved ones, Thiago Silva has made Europe his top priority.
The former Blues captain wants to sign quickly to approach the final stretch before the 2026 World Cup in the best possible conditions. Available from January, the experienced defender represents a rare opportunity on the market for clubs seeking leadership and reliability.
Having played for AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea and Dynamo Moscow, Thiago Silva has an exceptional record and top-level experience. The question now is which European side will take the gamble of betting on his experience and positional sense once the winter transfer window opens.