“What a signing” – as Jamie Redknapp hails Chelsea ‘warrior’
Following Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Tottenham on Sunday at Stamford Bridge, former Liverpool midfielder Jamie Redknapp has lauded Chelsea defender Thiago Silva for his impressive performance as Redknapp went on to describe Silva as a ‘born warrior’.
The Blues headed into the match on the back of just one win in their last seven Premier League games. Tottenham, on the other hand, had won three and drawn two of their last five league games.
Hakim Ziyech gave the hosts the lead in the 47th minute with a stunning left-footed strike before Thiago Silva doubled the side’s lead eight minutes later. The Brazilian defender produced a vintage performance as he kept in-form Tottenham stars Harry Kane and Steven Bergwijn at bay and helped his team keep a clean sheet.
Meanwhile, Jamie Redknapp has heaped praise on the 37-year-old after the game.
Redknapp told BT Sport: “What a signing he’s been [Silva]. He has been incredible. For the young players around him to learn from him, his experience. He defends well, heads it, wants to win. You can see he’s just a born warrior.”
Thiago Silva joined the Blues on a free transfer in the summer of 2020 after the expiration of his contract with PSG. Silva made an immediate impact on and off the field at Stamford Bridge. He made 34 appearances in all competitions for the club last season, scoring two goals and helping Thomas Tuchel’s side win the Champions League.
The Brazilian’s impressive performances for the Blues resulted in the club offering him a one-year extension at the end of last season. Silva has continued his good form for the Blues this season, and signed another one-year extension which will keep him at the club until 2023.