An affective According to Thiago Silva, his time at Chelsea is almost up.

After the Blues’ FA Cup semi-final loss to holders Manchester City on Saturday, in which Bernardo Silva’s goal in the 84th minute proved to be the difference, 39-year-old Silva broke down in tears. The center back, who played for Chelsea under Frank Lampard, arrived in August 2020 and went on to win the Club World Cup and the Champions League in his debut season.

Silva’s current contract is scheduled to finish in June; he signed a new one-year deal towards the end of the previous season. His post-match remarks following Saturday’s loss at Wembley added validity to reports that the former AC Milan and PSG defender’s time at Stamford Bridge is up.

In the days ahead, you will find out,” a sorrowful Silva said. “After a loss, I don’t want to sаy anything right now. Although I’m disappointed with the outcome, the news will eventually surface. I’ve already made up my mind, but now is not the time to announce it.

Although it’s not a sport for individuals, my four years here were excellent. Not because I didn’t think highly of myself, but it’s uncommon to see players at this level at 39 given my age and the competitiveness of this league.

Although I dislike talking about myself, this is evident to you. I was prepared to play extra time in the semifinal! I can see I have a few more years left to enjoy playing football.”

In reaction to the late loss, the 39-year-old also posted on X/Twitter, saying, “It is difficult to describe in words what I feel now.” We left everything on the field, and we sincerely apologize for not making it. I’m proud of this team. We are grateful that you have all stayed with us.

Silva’s wife, Belle Silva, posted pictures of their family on her Instagram story while they were at Wembley. Another clear indication of his imminent departure was put by Belle on a picture of herself clutching a Chelsea scarf with the words “Thiago Silva” inscribed on it: “It the last dance on Wembley.”

Mauricio Pochettino, the manager of Chelsea, was evasive when questioned about Silva’s future earlier this month. “It’s a thing that, at the moment, we are not talking about the future of the player in the squad,” said Pochettino.

“We need to discuss and decide on the team’s future at the end of the season because we are in competition and that is a decision that the club must make.” He is one of the players we should talk about, of course. As of right now, nothing has been discovered. We didn’t talk about it at the time.