Thiago Silva will extend my life as a central defender. — Thiago Silva

"It’s difficult to identify where he can still improve. He has already proven to have everything."

"There are many good defenders that I have played against, but the most difficult one would have to be Thiago Silva."

"At 28, he has a lot of experience and he helps us a lot. He is also a brilliant player - in my opinion he is PSGs best player - and the way he brings the ball out of defence is superb. Hes even played a few games in midfield, which shows just what a good footballer he is. For me, hes the best defender in the world."

"He is already among the best defenders in the history of Brazil, alongside Mozer, Julio Cesar and Aldair. If he wins the World Cup next year he will become the greatest of all time. He is already the best defender in PSGs history."

"This year, Thiago had an excellent season playing at Baresi’s level, but Franco had several fantastic seasons, not only one or two, but 15 or 16 and I think that at the moment this is the only difference between the two."

"I think that Thiago Silva is the best defender in the world. It is incredible how good he really is. Thiago Silva is part of a new generation of phenomenal players who are perhaps born once every 100 years."