Thiago Silva Warns Chelsea Over Joao Pedro Move

Thiago Silva has referred to Joao Pedro as a 'unique' athlete following his two goals securing Chelsea their 2-0 victory against Fluminense to advance to the Club World Cup final.

Chelsea finalized their £60 million agreement to bring Pedro over from Brighton last week. and the 23-year-old entered from the substitutes' bench to make his first appearance in the 2-0 quarter-final victory over Palmeiras last Friday.

Chelsea's Brazilian striker made his debut starting appearance in the Club World Cup semifinal on Tuesday night, scoring an impressive long-distance goal to put Enzo Maresca's team ahead against his old club.

After halftime, Pedro extended Chelsea's advantage with a powerful strike. and received the title of 'Best Performer of the Game' for his play at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey .

When questioned regarding Pedro's play against Fluminense, Silva said to Globo: 'This young player is exceptional; I hold a great deal of fondness for him.'

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Some time back, I referred him to the individuals responsible for managing my physical well-being. He collaborates with my physiotherapist in Europe, who also looks after my kids.

'I encountered him several times at Chelsea, when he was still with Watford, and he played two outstanding matches against us. I told myself, 'Wow, this youngster is exceptional.'

I wasn't expecting him to feel motivated today; he made some outstanding plays. One of our young players eliminated us from such a crucial tournament, but I wish him well.

Chelsea will face either Real Madrid or Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup championship match this Sunday.

Silva spent eight years with PSG prior to moving to Chelsea for nothing in 2020, and he acknowledges his allegiance might be "split" if his previous teams face each other in Sunday's championship match.

"I now wish for Chelsea to perform strongly in the championship match, irrespective of their opponent," Silva stated.

If it's Paris Saint-Germain, my loyalty will be split. If it's Real Madrid, I'll certainly support Chelsea.

Now it's time to raise our heads, send good wishes to Joao Pedro, and continue forward.

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