Thiago Silva on leaving Fluminense: Return to Europe for family | OneFootball

Thiago Silva spoke out this Saturday (20), in a video posted on his Instagram stories, to explain his departure from Fluminense. Announced by Porto, from Portugal, the defender stated that the decision was motivated by his desire to be closer to his family. The player denied any issues with the club and emphasized his affection for Fluminense, thanking president Mário Bittencourt, director Paulo Angioni, and everyone who made his return possible.

“Hey, everyone. How are you? I’m here to clarify some things that were said today, or taken out of context, by some ill-intentioned people. I want to say how much the Silva family and I love Fluminense Football Club. I especially want to thank our president Mário, Mr. Paulo (Angioni) as well, and everyone who made this possible once again. We will carry Fluminense in our hearts for the rest of our lives. This return to Europe brings me closer to my family. These moments with my children are special and I was missing out on them. I experienced everything I could here and was very happy. May we take only the good moments from everything we lived together. Tricolor greetings and a kiss,” clarified the defender.

Thiago Silva terminated his contract with Fluminense at the end of 2025, six months before the end of the agreement, and signed with Porto until June 2026.

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