Reasons that made Chelsea extend Silva’s contract

Chelsea director Marina Granovskaia, in a statement, has revealed why Chelsea extended defender Thiago Silva’s contract at Stamford Bridge.

This comes after Silva signed a new contract with the Blues on Monday.

The new contract means that the Brazil international will remain at the west London club until the summer of 2023.

Silva, 37, moved to Chelsea in the summer of 2020 from French club Paris Saint-Germain and has been very impressive for the Blues so far.

The Brazil star won his first UEFA Champions League in his debut season for Chelsea.

Speaking on the new deal, Granovskaia said Chelsea decided to extend the Brazilian’s contract because of his experience, leadership and performances.

She told Chelsea’s official website: “Thiago Silva’s experience, leadership and performances have been and remain very important to this squad, so we are hugely pleased to extend his contract by another year.

“We look forward to his continued influence as we seek honours this season and next, and more of the qualities that have led to him having such a big impact for us on and off the pitch.”