Thiago Silva has been announced as a new player for Porto. It’s a move that accelerated after AC Milan decided not to proceed with their initial interest.
In desperate need of a centre-back, several options have been mentioned in the media for the Rossoneri. Yesterday, it was reported that Massimiliano Allegri had asked the management to sign Thiago Silva, and that was backed up by another report today.
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However, Milan never moved beyond an initial interest and now, Porto have announced the Brazilian as their new defender. On their official website, it’s stated that the 41-year-old has signed a contract until the end of the season, with an option for an additional year.
For the Rossoneri, their pursuit will thus continue and it seems they are looking for someone who can play both as a centre-back and as a wing-back. Given the experience Thiago Silva would have added, however, one can certainly question the management’s decision.
Furthermore, the veteran still has a whole lot to play for as he wants to make Brazil’s squad for the World Cup next summer. In short, he wouldn’t have joined Milan just to reunite with Allegri and have good vibes. Let’s see if the Rossoneri will end up regretting their decision.
He still playing over average what ive seen at the club world cup this year. Would have been great to our team with his knowledge for our kids at the defense.
Who plays as CB and also as a wingback?
The incompetence is harrowing. Guess Joe Gomes is coming our way.
Yeah because Milan needs a 41 year old to come in and bench Gabbia, are you high?
Absolutely not. Gabbia is out injured and you think De Winter did brilliantly? Wake up! We need depth, and if filippo terracciano was serious suggestion? You need to become more serious!
Süle is a funny suggestion one might like, but I haven’t been watching him of late, and he is no wingback.
Filippo Terracciano
We need consistency at back three. Thiago could play anywhere at 3 CB. Our CB has less awareness in marking and anticipation. So we need someone could make them better at defence. Even Pavlovic is prone.
So what.. Bonera still available !