Chelsea star Thiago Silva signs new contract keeping him until he’s almost 40

THIAGO SILVA has signed a new contract at Chelsea.

The centre-back’s one-year extension will keep him at Stamford Bridge until just shy of his 40th birthday.

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Upon penning his new deal, Silva admitted his delight at being able to stay with the West Londoners.

The 38-year-old told Chelsea’s club media: “I am honestly so happy to continue my career with the Blues.

“When I signed my first contract here, it was to just do one year.

“Now it is already the fourth! I could not have imagined that, but really it is a very special moment for me to sign and stay at Chelsea.”

In a joint-statement with co-controlling owner Behdad Eghbali, Todd Boehly added: “We’re delighted that Thiago has decided to continue with Chelsea.

“He’s a world-class talent, as he’s proven over many years for club and country, and his experience, quality and leadership skills are vital to our vision going forward.

“We’re thrilled he has extended his contract with us and we look forward to more success with him ahead!”

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