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Chelsea set to offer Thiago Silva a new one-year deal after Brazilian defender, 36, capped impressive campaign by helping the Blues to Champions League glory

Chelsea are reportedly ready to reward veteran defender Thiago Silva with a new-one year deal after playing a pivotal role in their success this season.

The 36-year-old arrived on a free transfer from PSG last summer under Frank Lampard, and was written-off as being too old to thrive in the Premier League.

The Brazilian has now proved the signing was a masterstroke.

Thiago Silva lifted the Champions League for the first time in his career on Saturday night

His experience, leadership and rock-solid defending have been crucial for the Blues at they won the Champions League, reached the FA Cup final and finished fourth in the Premier League.