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Former Brazil international Rivaldo has expressed his belief that Thiago Silva will do a “great job” for Chelsea, while predicting that the ex-Paris Saint-Germain defender will become a “commanding voice” in Frank Lampard’s squad.
Silva dropped into the free agency pool after lining up for PSG in the Champions League final on Sunday.
Chelsea are believed to leading the race for Silva’s signature, with the former PSG centre-back reportedly set to undergo a medical at Stamford Bridge later this week.
World Cup winner, Rivaldo told Betfair: “At 35, Thiago Silva will sign for two seasons with Chelsea and I’m confident that he will do a great job there, as he is a great centre back with excellent positioning and vast experience of world football.
“I think he still comes with plenty to offer. I’d back him to produce a good football in the Premier League and should be a commanding voice in Frank Lampard’s otherwise young squad.
“Nowadays, many players extend their careers until their late-thirties and Silva is a good example of that, as I was in my time.
‘If you keep yourself in good physical condition you can easily play at the highest level until 36, 37 years old.”