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Add to Preferred Sources<\/span> <\/a> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\nChelsea\u2019s priority in the January window will be signing a midfielder to finally replace Enzo Fernandez, with Alex Scott the leading candidate. But a centre-back could also be considered.<\/strong><\/p>\n Chelsea\u2019s<\/a> defence remains Xabi Alonso\u2019s <\/a>biggest weakness. The attack is excellent; the return of Moises Caicedo<\/a> has improved the midfield alongside the impressive performances of newbie Jordan Henderson.<\/p>\n In goal, Emi Martinez is the signing of the summer, according to John Terry<\/a>. All three positions have a veteran option whom younger players can learn from: Danny Welbeck, Henderson and Martinez.<\/p>\n But at centre-back, Wesley Fofana, Josh Acheampong, Levi Colwill and Maxence Lacroix \u2013 although they are experienced \u2013 do not have an older head to lean on. Willian <\/a>has suggested re-signing Thiago Silva<\/a>.<\/p>\n It might seem ridiculous, in that Silva is now 42 years of age. But ever since the Brazilian veteran left the club in 2024, Chelsea have been unable to replace Silva \u2013 who is back with boyhood club Fluminense.<\/p>\n Silva initially left Chelsea two years ago for Fluminense, before moving to Porto and then back to the Brazilian side. Willian recently told John Obi Mikel\u2019s podcast that Chelsea should consider re-signing Silva<\/a>.<\/p>\n Willian said: \u201cIf I was the owner [at Chelsea], I\u2019d put him back straight away. Maybe not every game, but to have him in the team, the young players. Unbelievable player\u201d.<\/p>\n Now, Caicedo has just inadvertently added weight to Willian\u2019s comments, explaining why signing Silva would significantly help Chelsea. He has spoken of how he has learnt more from Silva than any player.<\/p>\n \u201cYou learn from the previous ones, like Thiago Silva. He was an example for us. He tried to help us in every moment. How he was a leader here was amazing for all of us,\u201d Caicedo told Chelsea\u2019s website<\/a>.<\/p>\n Yes, Silva is now 42, and while Chelsea have signed Henderson, Welbeck and Martinez, the chances of them going back for Silva are unlikely. Even if Silva\u2019s Fluminense contract ends at the end of the year.<\/p>\n But as a leader, as a player that Lacroix, Fofana, Colwill and Chelsea\u2019s other centre-backs can turn to, there is no one better who is still playing and can learn from. Especially given Silva knows the club inside out.<\/p>\n In the middle of a back three, Silva could still do a shift as an emergency option without a doubt, having played at Chelsea 155 times and being part of Thomas Tuchel\u2019s team that won the Champions League.<\/p>\n The strikers have Welbeck to turn to, the midfielders have Henderson for advice, and Martinez is perfect for Chelsea\u2019s young goalkeepers. The defenders need a player who can coach them; Silva would be ideal.<\/p>\nShould Chelsea really consider re-signing Thiago Silva?<\/h2>\n
Are you taking Thiago Silva back at Chelsea? If so, in what capacity?\ud83e\udd14<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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<\/div>What Caicedo has just said about learning from Silva\u2026<\/h2>\n
Why Silva return makes sense and his Chelsea numbers<\/h2>\n