Thiago Silva 'Opens Talks' With Premier League Club Ahead Of Huge Free Transfer

Everton have reportedly opened talks with Thiago Silva over a potential free transfer in the summer window.

Silva, 35, is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer after the conclusion of the club's Champions League campaign in August.

And reports say the Premier League outfit are looking to snap up the veteran Brazilian defender on a free transfer.

The Toffees have fended off fierce competition from a host of clubs with manager Carlo Ancelotti a decisive factor, according to transfer expert Nicolo Schira.

Ancelotti and Silva spent time together in France with PSG.

Silva, who rose to prominence in Brazil before securing a transfer to AC Milan, won't be returning to Fluminense.

"I'm enormously grateful to Fluminense for all that they have given me, but I still have goals to achieve in Europe," he stated.

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The thought of Silva plying his trade at Goodison Park has excited the Everton faithful.

"I'll buy my first Everton jersey if this happens," one social media user wrote.

A second tweeted: "I think he would be an excellent short term signing, proven winner, proven leader."

A third added: "Be good to have an experienced head at the back who knows what it takes to win."

Silva to Everton? Watch this space.

Topics: Football News, Paris Saint-Germain, Transfer, Football, Thiago Silva, Premier League, Everton

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