Thiago Silva announced his departure from Fluminense after being eliminated from the Copa do Brasil, having options to retire or return to Europe.

Thiago Silva, at the age of 41, said goodbye to his teammates at Fluminense after the team's elimination in the return semifinal of the Copa do Brasil, facing Vasco de Gama. Although he has a contract valid until June 2026, Silva decided to leave Brazil six months early due to the distance from his family, who live in London.

According to the Brazilian press, he has two options: to retire from football or to return to Europe, where he has recently been linked with AC Milan, his former team. Silva still holds the dream of playing in the 2026 World Cup, which could influence his decision to join a new team.