Three London clubs want to sign Thiago Silva

Fulham, Crystal Palace and Brentford are interested in signing Chelsea defender Thiago Silva on a free transfer.

The Brazilian recently confirmed his decision to leave the Blues when his contract expires at the end of the season.

He has been linked with a possible return to Brazil with Fluminense, but he could also have the option to stay in London.

Fulham, Palace and Brentford are prepared to hand a short-term deal to Silva, who has been hugely consistent at Chelsea.

Silva, who will turn 40 in September this year, has plans of returning to the Blues in a non-playing capacity after retirement.

He has his sights on playing for at least one more season and it remains to be seen whether he will join another London side.

Silva is currently out of action for the Blues with a groin injury and it remains unclear whether he will play again for them.

Aside from Silva, Blues defender Trevoh Chalobah is also attracting interest from several Premier League clubs.