Chelsea celebrate signing of ‘world-class’ Thiago Silva

Chelsea celebrate signing of ‘world-class’ Thiago Silva
Thiago Silva celebrates scoring in Brazil’s 2014 World Cup quarter-final (Mike Egerton/PA)

Chelsea have hailed Thiago Silva’s “proven world-class credentials” after finalising the Brazil centre-back’s free transfer from Paris St Germain.

The 35-year-old has signed a one-year Stamford Bridge contract, with the club holding the option of adding another 12 months.

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