Isago Silva Inks First Professional Deal with Chelsea

A Legacy Continues

Isago Silva, the son of former Brazil international Thiago Silva, has officially signed his inaugural professional contract with Chelsea, the club where his father had a remarkable career.

A New Chapter for the Silva Family

• His Journey: At just 17 years old, Isago, who plays as a defender, entered Chelsea’s academy alongside his younger brother, Iago Silva, when Thiago signed with the team after leaving Paris St-Germain in 2020.
• Father’s Footsteps: Thiago, now 41, departed the Premier League side in 2024 to join Fluminense after achieving significant accolades, including the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, and Club World Cup in 2021. Meanwhile, Isago has continued his journey with Chelsea’s youth setup.

Development and Progress

• Early Career: Isago started at the Under-13 level and made an impressive entry into the Chelsea Under-18 squad during the 2024-25 season.
• Coaching Praise: Chelsea has highlighted Isago’s growth as a “versatile and dependable defender” capable of playing both as a left-back and center-back.
• Recent Appearances: This season, he has been active in both the U17 and U18 Premier League Cup initiatives.

Notable Recognition

• Isago was included among the 33 academy talents Chelsea registered for their Champions League squad for a recent match against Ajax in October.
• Father’s Legacy: Thiago Silva earned 113 caps representing Brazil between 2008 and 2022, leaving a remarkable legacy that his son is now poised to carry on at Chelsea.

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