Thiago Silva has given Chelsea the green light to sign Paulo Dybala this summer.

The 29-year-old forward has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge recently as Mauricio Pochettino hopes to further bolster his frontline options.

Speaking to Sky Sports during a visit to Sunday’s British Grand Prix at Silverstone, the veteran defender said: “I saw Paulo Dybala here, they talk about him at Chelsea. I hope he arrives. I’ve talked with him and asked him if he is coming. He is a world class player.

“Normally we speak in Spanish or Portuguese. I asked him if he wanted to come to Chelsea, but he didn’t want to answer. He is a champion. If he were to come, he would give a great hand.”

Meanwhile, Dybala remained coy when he a fan asked if he’ll be joining Chelsea. The 29-year-old forward has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge recently, with Mauricio Pochettino eager to further bolster his attacking options this summer.

A Blues fan began recording a video on his phone and lined up to take a picture. But, as the Argentine entered the frame, he was asked: “You coming to Chelsea?”