'Impossible for other clubs' - Romano states Porto move was sealed for Thiago Silva in advance

"It seemed that Thiago Silva could make a move to AC Milan in January, but the Brazilian has instead signed for Porto. With Silva becoming available for the January mercato, there was a chance that he could reunite with Massimiliano Allegri. Especially with the Italian seeking some experienced reinforcement at the back, which he would offer. However, his age was deemed to be a stopping point for the club, and a move was opted against,"

"Thiago Silva signed with Porto three days ago. He sent the contracts, with option until 2027, countersigned three days ago. It was impossible for other clubs to go and unhin this operation because it was already signed. The signatures on the contracts have arrived, the officiality has arrived. The clubs they tried to call were many: yesterday I said Fiorentina, Brentford tried, which offered the player the possibility of living again in London, close to his family, but Thiago chose to return to Porto for several reasons."

Thiago Silva has completed a move to Porto, with contracts sent and countersigned three days ago and an option running until 2027. Several clubs attempted to intervene, including Fiorentina and Brentford, which offered the player the chance to live in London near his family, but Silva chose Porto for multiple reasons. AC Milan remained interested and there was potential to reunite him with Massimiliano Allegri, who sought experienced defensive reinforcement. Milan ultimately decided against the signing because of concerns about Silva's age. The Rossoneri showed interest as late as the 19th but were likely too late.

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