Thiago Silva’s Son, Isago, Joins Chelsea

16-year-old defender Isago Silva, son of former Blues stalwart Thiago Silva, has officially signed on as a first-year scholar with the club ahead of the upcoming 2025/26 season .

Isago, who joined Chelsea’s academy at Under‑13 level, has developed into a tactically astute and versatile defender capable of playing at both left-back and centre-back . He made his U18 debut in a 3–1 victory over Leicester City during the 2024/25 campaign, earning praise from academy coaches for his composure and game intelligence .