Renowned defender Thiago Silva is set to leave Brazilian side Fluminense. Silva wants to return to European football.
This was announced by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
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Brazilian Silva has a contract with Fluminense until next summer.
He has been part of Fluminenses since last year when he was transferred as a free agent.
The experienced centre-back has had a rich career. He has played for big teams such as Milan, Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea.
He played for Milan for three years, and for Paris for eight years. He played for Chelsea for four years.
With Paris, Silva won a total of 24 trophies. While he won three trophies with Chelsea, he won one with Milan.