Isago Silva, the 17-year-old son of former Chelsea captain Thiago Silva, has signed his first professional contract with the club, marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning football career.
Born on November 12, 2008, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Isago joined Chelsea's academy at the Under-13 level and has since developed into a tactically astute and versatile defender capable of playing as a center-back or left-back. The young talent's progression through the ranks culminated in his Under-18 debut earlier this year during a 3-1 victory over Leicester City, showcasing the promise that has now been formalized with a scholarship agreement that transitions into a full professional deal upon reaching age 17, in line with Football Association regulations.
Thiago Silva, who departed Chelsea in 2024 after a storied tenure that included captaining the side to Champions League glory in 2021, expressed immense pride on social media following the announcement in July. "Watching you chase your dreams makes me so proud. Our hearts overflow with pride seeing you start this journey. May every step be illuminated and full of opportunities! We will always be here cheering for you," the Fluminense captain wrote, accompanied by a blue heart emoji in homage to the Blues.
Isago's contract runs until June 30, 2027, positioning him among a talented cohort of 16 academy scholars for the 2025/26 season. He joins his younger brother, Iago, who is also part of Chelsea's youth setup and has earned youth international honors with England. With Chelsea's renowned Cobham training facility continuing to nurture stars like Trevoh Chalobah and Levi Colwill, observers see echoes of Thiago's leadership and defensive acumen in Isago's game.
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