The legendary Brazilian champion signed a short-term contract.

The legendary Brazilian striker Thiago Silva made a sensational return to European football by signing a short-term contract from the Portuguese Porto.

Estas em casa, Thiago? #SeguimosJuntos pic. twitter. com/DGg9RRzahC — FC Porto (@FCPorto) January 5, 2026 It was clear that the force would hang up its boots after an emotional return to Rio de Janeiro in 2024, protean captain. Contract from Porto insurance until the end of the 2025/26 season.

Silva arrived on a private flight, where he was met by representatives of the club and patients. In the video published by the club, the singer shouted at the fans: “Hello, Portista, I’m in Porto after May 22. I am very happy and hope to help you in the near future."

Ja esta disponivel o VLOG da vitoria nos Acores? Video complete? https://t. co/G9MrudCPPh pic. twitter. com/lVAD1zNBXn — FC Porto (@FCPorto) January 5, 2026 Porto coach Farioli called Silvi’s signing a “tactical breakthrough”:

the defensive player will help organize a high level of attack, stabilize the defense and attack. Unrespected for life, Silva played 46 matches in 2025 for Fluminense and demonstrated wonderful physical abilities.

This transfer is of particular importance for Silvi and especially for the city of Porto. Here, in 2004, he signed his first European contract with Juventuda, but through illness and health problems, his debut may not have happened. Turning to 41 rivers allows Silva to rewrite history and continue the fight on the greatest level.