Chelsea veteran Thiago Silva has privately decided on his future beyond the end of the season.

The 39-year-old center half played in the club's 1-0 FA Cup semi-final loss to Manchester City on Saturday.

Silva was seen in tears at the final whistle, while many of his younger teammates appeared unbothered by the loss.

Asked about his future, Silva told reporters: “You are going to know in the coming days. I don't want to say anything now after a defeat.

“I'm sad about the result, but sooner or later, the news will come out.

“I do have a decision made in my mind, but it's not the moment to share it."

He then added: “My four years here were very good. Not that I didn't believe in myself, but with my age and the intensity of this league...it's rare to see players in a high level at 39.

“I don't like to talk about myself, but you can see this. Today, I was ready to play the extra time! I can see I have some years in me to keep enjoying football."