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Has Thiago Silva played his last game for Chelsea? Mauricio Pochettino confirms veteran defender, 39, suffered another groin injury in draw with Aston Villa

Thiago Silva may have played last game for Chelsea after Mauricio Pochettino confirmed the Brazilian defender was forced off in their Premier League draw against Aston Villa with a groin issue.

The 39-year-old is in the final few months of his contract at Chelsea and much speculation has revolved around whether their star centre back will leave the club this summer.

Silva went down holding his groin and came off just before the 90th minute of Chelsea's eventful clash at Villa Park on Saturday night.

Pochettino said: 'We need to assess him after tomorrow.