Luton Town defender Gabriel Osho admitted to being a massive admirer of Thiago Silva ahead of tonight’s FA Cup tie against Chelsea.
As quoted by the Luton Today, Osho revealed his respect towards the veteran Brazilian.
Everybody looks up to Thiago
Silva has grown quite a following across his outstanding career that spans nearly two decades.
Only today Trevoh Chalobah opened up about watching the iconic centre-back on YouTube as a junior developing through Chelsea’s academy.
Old and young continue to learn from the 37-year-old, as he repeatedly and quite remarkably defies his age on the pitch.
He walked around Wembley in the Carabao Cup final last Sunday as if it was a stroll in the park.
Nothing ever seems to unnerve or disrupt Silva’s rhythm; the game is played at his, stylish pace.
Osho could witness the centre-half in full flight later this evening, as Luton welcome Chelsea to Kenilworth Road.
“I’m a big fan of Thiago Silva, he’s a brilliant player,” he said.
“There’ll be no respect shown during the game though, we’ll be doing everything we can to win and be as physical as we can to win the game.”
Silva needs a stretch
Unfortunately for Osho, it’s highly unlikely his dream battle will come true.
Silva is set to be rested for tonight’s fixture, following the weekend’s almighty battle against Liverpool.
Players of his age should not be forced to contest two hours of football at such a high intensity, without much in the way of a breather.
He even managed to summon the energy to step forward and take a penalty.
Surely the Brazil international will be afforded some extra time to recuperate before Chelsea’s next Premier League cup, a tough trip to Burnley.
Broken Blues
Yet, Thomas Tuchel might actually have little choice but to play Silva again just days after his mammoth effort.
According to the Sun, Chelsea’s squad is running on fumes following that epic encounter with Liverpool.
Ben Chilwell, Hakim Ziyech and Cesar Azpilicueta are out, whilst Andreas Christensen, Mason Mount and Reece James’ fitness remain up for debate.
N’Golo Kante, Marcos Alonso and Trevoh Chalobah could require an extra recovery period.
Perhaps your fantasy will come true after all, Gabriel!
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