When the curtain fell on England’s so-called ‘Golden Generation,’ Emile Heskey’s name wasn't always in bold print. In a team packed with household names, he quickly became one of the most disrespected footballers of all time . Yet, while he never hogged the headlines, the former Leicester City, Liverpool, and Aston Villa forward had a habit of proving his worth when the chips were down.
With 110 goals in 510 Premier League appearances, Heskey carved out a career that many strikers could only dream of. His name still sits 27th on the competition’s all-time scoring charts - a testament to a player who, despite his critics, always did the dirty work with quiet resilience. But his story may not be finished just yet.
Thirty years after his own breakthrough as a 17-year-old, the Heskey legacy is gearing up for a second act. Born in 2008, Reigan Heskey is making waves at Manchester City’s esteemed academy, looking every bit a chip off the old block. At just 17, he is now looking to make an impact on the first-team.
Could the Heskey name make a comeback? Father and son duos are something of a rarity in football, but that's not to say there haven't been any examples. Which duos have been the best ever? Emile Heskey's Son Plays For Manchester City's Academy In November 2023, a then-15-year-old Reigan Heskey stepped onto the pitch for Manchester City Under-19s in the UEFA Youth League, lining up alongside his brother, Jaden, against Young Boys Under-19s. Not content with jus.
