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Patrice Evra backs Thiago Silva to lead Chelsea to Premier League glory
Speaking to Sky Sports (h / t The Express), Manchester United icon Patrice Evra has endorsed Thiago Silva to lead Chelsea to Premier League success.
The 36-year-old joined the Blues from PSG for free earlier this summer. He has come to feel at home and has brought leadership to a defense that lacked him.
“Thiago Silva will be the great key to his defense.”
This has been reflected in Chelsea’s performances as they make keeping a clean sheet a habit. Buoyed by a competent bottom line, the Blues are now well positioned to compete for the title.
“Chelsea is back in the game”
Silva has formed a dominant center-back pairing alongside French star Kurt Zouma. The Brazilian’s eight appearances with the club so far have led us to keep his clean sheet for six.
Having won 18 titles in eight years at PSG, Silva is used to leading a club to trophies. This knowledge and leadership are key additions to a young but promising Chelsea.
Right in the mix!
Unlike last season, the title race appears to be a more open affair. Defending champions Liverpool are still in a good position to retain their place but have not created a gulf between them and the chasing group.
Tottenham also appears to be a real deal and defeating Manchester City will only have reinforced that belief.
The summer additions have added a much-needed balance to a Chelsea side that looked shaky at times last season. A reliable goalkeeper, a strong defense and a free-goal attack have been perfected with an eye toward the grand prize.
It’s quite ironic that after millions spent, it’s the man who got into a Bosman who could lead us to the trophy.
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Chelsea came to the top briefly at the weekend after defeating Newcastle United. We are currently two points behind Tottenham at the top.
The two teams will meet next week in what could be a game to remember. Frank Lampard doubled over José Mourinho last season. Hopefully the trend will continue.
