Is Thiago Silva Worth £33 Million?

Joining AC Milan in an £8 million deal from Fluminese in 2008, Thiago Silva was instantly involved in first team affairs, partnering Alessandro Nesta in the heart of the defence. He impressed for the Rossoneri and in the following seasons, was courted by a selection of Europe's top clubs. Barcelona, Real Madrid, Manchester City and Manchester United were all interested in bring the Brazilian to their club. He could tackle. He could head. He was fast. He was one of the best defenders in the world. So it came as a surprise when French club, Paris Saint Germain, stumped up 42 million euros to secure his services. But the question is : Is He Worth It?

Tackles


Thiago Silva made 34 tackles last season.

Interceptions


Thiago Silva made 91 interceptions last season.

Fouls


Thiago Silva made 20 fouls last season.

Aerials Won


Thiago Silva won 44 out of his 56 aerial duels.

Turnovers


Thiago Silva gave away possession 3 times last season.

In conclusion,

• Great Intelligence - Making 91 interceptions is an excellent feat
• Aerial Dominance - Winning 44 duels out of 56 is very good
• Low Tackle Rate - Only 34 tackles made
• Ball Retention - Giving away possession only 3 times in a season is a good and bad thing
• Good - Not needlessly giving away possession
• Bad - Not starting attacks himself

In my opinion, I think Thiago should be valued around the £18 million mark. If Belgian powerhouse, Thomas Vermaelen, was brought in from Ajax for only £10 million, then £18 million seems fair. Lescott was £24 million, but that's Manchester City we're talking about. Sheik Mansour inflates prices just to assert his authority in the transfer market. But enough of that.

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