Thiago Silva admits he's loving his football with Chelsea.

The defender spoke to TNT Sports Brasil after Tuesday's 2-0 victory over Champions League opponents Lille.

"I feel like I live in a big dream here in Chelsea. I had not expected that it would be like that. The fans support me and constantly sing my name. It's magical and feels like a dream," he said.

"I think Chelsea can be proud of themselves and of the fans."

At the beginning of the year, Thiago Silva signed a contract extension with Chelsea to the summer of 2023.