Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed Chelsea have reached a full agreement with Thiago Silva over a new contract at the club.

Silva, who was set to become a free agent at the end of the season, has agreed to sign a new Chelsea contract until 2024.

Romano tweeted: “Chelsea have now reached full verbal agreement with Thiago Silva on a new contract valid until June 2024, here we go!

“Draft of new deal being prepared— it’s all done and agreed verbally as Thiago has given the green light. New contract to be signed soon.”