“It was love at first sight” — Thiago Silva on his love for Chelsea

Former Paris Saint-Germain stalwart and Brazil international, Thiago Silva, has unveiled the profound impact of his transition to West London and his sentiments towards Chelsea since joining the club.

Expressing a profound sense of attachment to Chelsea, Silva articulated, “When I got here at Chelsea, it felt like love at first sight — and I’m still very proud to be here.”

His remarks shed light on the deep emotional connection he established with the club upon his arrival.

Beyond the footballing realm, Silva highlighted the joy derived from witnessing his children playing within the Chelsea setup. He also emphasized the constant presence and support of his wife, who actively seeks to attend every away game, illustrating the significance of family in his Chelsea journey.

“I love seeing my kids playing here, it’s something special — also my wife is here all the time and even wants to be at every away game!”

The experienced defender’s move to Chelsea followed his stint at Paris Saint-Germain, where he steered the French club to the Champions League final in the 2019/20 season. Despite a valiant effort, PSG suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich in Lisbon during the challenging Covid-19 pandemic season.

However, Silva found redemption a year later under the tutelage of the same manager who guided him at PSG, Thomas Tuchel, as both made the transition to Chelsea. Leading the Blues, Silva played a pivotal role in securing a 1-0 triumph against Manchester City, clinching the coveted Champions League title.

Silva’s journey from Paris to London has not only brought professional success but also personal fulfillment, as he continues to carve an impactful legacy at Chelsea while relishing the support of his family within the vibrant footballing environment.