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'We need to STOP and put a strategy in place': Thiago Silva takes a swipe at Chelsea's owners for signing too many players after defeat against Real Madrid... with the defender fearful they 'could make the same mistakes' without the right plan next season

Thiago Silva hit out at the Chelsea hierarchy following the team's lacklustre Champions League exit at the hands of Real Madrid on Tuesday night and blamed their 'indecision' for the west London side's disappointing season.

The veteran defender – who won the Champions League with Chelsea under Thomas Tuchel in 2021 – cut a disappointed figure on the pitch after the final whistle as he was consoled by Frank Lampard.

Defeat at Stamford Bridge not only put Chelsea out of contention for silverware this season, but all but sealed next season's fate in Europe.