16 years after, Didier Drogba's son, Isaac follows dad's footsteps, joins Guingamp

Photo of Isaac Drogba being unveiled for Guingamp academy

Isaac Drogba has followed his father’s footsteps by agreeing a deal to sign for Ligue 1 outfit Guingamp.

The 17-year-old, who has also spent time in the Chelsea academy, was unveiled by the French club on Monday, 16 years after they signed his father in an £80,000 deal from Le Mans.

“The recruiting unit of the Akademi EAG is very happy to record the signature of Isaac Drogba, son of Didier Drogba. Born in Vannes on December 15, 2000 and trained in Chelsea, he joined the U19 Akademi.

“We welcome Isaac and the full success of the EAG”, the club announced on their website.

And a beaming Didier Drogba, who plays for MLS side Phoenix Rising at 39 years old, could not hide his delight as he posted a photo of his son with his new shirt on Instagram. ‘Couldn’t be more proud of you,’ he wrote.

Former Chelsea team-mates Frank Lampard was quick to add his congratulations, commenting: ‘Congratulations! I remember Isaac as the small polite boy! Now a man!’

John Terry added: ‘Can’t believe how big he is mate, congratulations.’