Top 10 Successful Sons of Famous Footballers

Almost all footballers dream of their sons becoming successful footballers, but not everyone succeeds. Zidane's sons had a good chance, but none of them was able to repeat the fate of their father. But there are those who are similar to their fathers and play at a high level. These are the top 10 successful sons of famous footballers. 10. Ianis Haji, son of Giorgi Haji Ianis is the son of the legendary Romanian footballer Giorgi Haji. Haji Jr. declared himself at an early age in the Romanian club Viterol. The young footballer was immediately bought by the Italian club Fiorentina, but Ianis failed to become a base player. Haji returned to Romania at Viterol-Constanta, then moved to Ghent, and now he plays for Rangers. Ianis was the main player on Gerrard's squad and won the Scottish Premier League. He is only 23 years old and his career is still ahead. 9. Giovanni Reina, son of Claudio Reina Giovanni is the son of American football player Claudio Reina. Claudio has played in many European clubs throughout his career and was a major player on the US national team. His son Giovanni played football from an early age and began his career at the New York City Academy. Giovanni then moved to Borussia Dortmund and progressed at a rapid pace. Reina is now 19 years old and is considered one of the most promising footballers in the world. 8. Giovanni Simeone, son of Diego Simeone Giovanni scored 82 goals in 276 appearances so far. He is not yet the top striker in the Serie A, but if he is as hard-working as his father, the young footballer will be successful. Simeone Jr. is 26 years old and now he moved to Hellas Verona on loan from Calgary. 7. Jordan Larsson, son of Henrik Larsson Henrik Larsson is a Swedish legend and played for Barcelona and Manchester United. Jordan is not liked when compared to his father, but he has every chance to repeat the path of his father because he is only 24 years old. Jordan started his career at the Barcelona Academy but failed to break into the main team. Jordan plays in the Russian Premier League for Spartak Moscow. He is also a major player in the Swedish national team. 6. Daley Blind, son of Danny Blind Unlike other players from this video, Daley Blind is a seasoned footballer and his peak has passed. Daley started his career at the Ajax Academy and in 2008, the young footballer was already in the first team. In 2014, Blind played well at the World Cup in Brazil and left for Manchester United. The Dutch defender played in England for 4 years, after which he returned to his native Ajax, where he still plays. 5. Kasper Schmeichel, son of Peter Schmeichel Like Daley Blind, Kasper Schmeichel is a seasoned footballer who has already passed his peak. In the early years of his career, Kasper Schmeichel played poorly and did not look like his father. The Danish goalkeeper started his career in Manchester City, but in 4 years Kasper took part in 8 matches. Then there were numerous leases, but nowhere Kasper could become the main one. In 2011, Schmeichel Jr. moved to Leicester, which became a key transfer. Together with Leicester, Kasper created the main football tale of the 21st century and won the Premier League. Since then, Kasper has been on the list of the best goalkeepers in the world and is also an important player in the Danish national team. 4. Justin Kluivert, son of Patrick Kluivert Patrick Kluivert has achieved many successes in his career and has also played in Ajax, Milan and Barcelona. Patrick has three sons, one of whom already plays in the top league. Like his father, Justin started his career at Ajax and made a name for himself at a young age. After several seasons at Ajax, Kluivert Jr. moved to Roma, but his career in Italy was not successful. This season, Justin plays for Nice on loan. So far, it's not working out the best way, but Justin has a huge talent. Kluivert works with Nagelsmann, who is good at unleashing young talents. Kluivert is only 22 years old. He can repeat the path of his father. 3. Federico Chiesa, son of Enrico Chiesa Enrico Chiesa was an average Italian footballer who did not achieve significant success. On the other hand, his son, Federico Chiesa, is one of the most talented footballers in Serie A. Chiesa Jr. began his career in Fiorentina and at a young age became a first-team player. Federico played consistently in Fiorentina for four seasons, and in 2020 he signed for Juventus on loan. He is already a key player for Juventus, and he also won the Euro 2020 with Italy. Chiesa is only 24 years old, and at this rate, he could become the best in the world. 2. Marcus Thuram, son of Lillian Thuram Lillian Thuram played with Enrico Chiesa, and now their sons are considered two of the most talented football players in the world. Marcus Thuram began his football career at the French club Sochau, and after a few seasons became a player in Borussia Mönchengladbach. Now, the son of Lillian Thuram is one of the best strikers in the Bundesliga. Marcus is very talented and can surpass his father. 1. Erling Haaland, son of Alf Inge Haaland Erling's father was a good footballer and played for Manchester City, but Haaland's senior's career was ruined by Roy Keane, who caused a terrible injury. Alf Inge Haaland hasn't had much success in his career, but his son is one of the most talented players of his generation. Erling made his mark at an early age and progressed at a rapid pace. Haaland plays for Borussia Dortmund and is already a goal-scoring machine. Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester City, PSG, and all the big clubs hope to sign Erling Haaland in the summer transfer window. If you know other successful sons of famous football players, you can name them in the comments section below. 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