Having a professional career yourself is a significant advantage when undertaking the “Project Mbappe,” the endeavor to nurture your own exceptionally talented football player.
After witnessing Emile Heskey’s son score on his debut for Manchester City in the UEFA Youth League earlier this month, Mail Sport inquired about other former players who have talented football-playing offspring.
As it turns out, there are quite a few.
Djibril Cisse, with three football-playing sons, surpasses Darren Fletcher in this aspect. Both of Cisse’s sons made a move from Manchester City to Manchester United, their father’s former club, during the summer.
The offspring of Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has already secured a contract with Puma, while the son of Everton great Phil Jagielka is defying his father’s legacy by playing for Liverpool’s academy.
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Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., at the age of thirteen, has been immersed in fame from the start. Having attended some of the finest schools in Europe and frequently accompanying his father, he is poised for a potential professional football career.
His journey has seen him contribute to the youth teams of powerhouse clubs such as Real Madrid, Juventus, and Manchester United. Notably, he shared the field with Kai Rooney, son of Wayne Rooney, during their time at Manchester United, both boasting impressive records.
Scoring an impressive 58 goals in just 23 games for Juventus, this Puma-sponsored athlete has showcased exceptional talent akin to his renowned father. He has also ventured into international experiences, joining his five-time Ballon d’Or-winning father at Al-Nassr and playing for their U13 team.
The prospect of Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. becoming a success story reflects positively on the evolving talent development landscape in Saudi Arabia. In summary, he has not only played for some of Europe’s premier academies but is currently making his mark with Al-Nassr’s U13s, mirroring the goal-scoring prowess that runs in his family.
