Andriy Shevchenko's son Kristian has joined non-league side Sholing after his release from Watford in May.
The 19-year-old winger signed for the Southern League club ahead of their FA Cup third-round qualifier at Ebbsfleet on Saturday.
Kristian spent his youth career at Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and Watford where he signed his first professional contract in 2025.
He represented Ukraine at the 2025 Under-20 World Cup but never made a senior appearance for the Hornets.
Andriy Shevchenko won the Ballon d'Or in 2004 and starred for AC Milan, Chelsea and Dynamo Kyiv during a glittering career.
The Ukraine legend scored 22 goals in 77 appearances for Chelsea between 2006 and 2009.
Sholing announced the signing on their official channels welcoming the Ukraine youth international to the Boatmen.
The move represents a fresh start for Kristian as he looks to build a senior career in England's seventh tier.
How did Kristian Shevchenko end up at Sholing?
Kristian Shevchenko joined Sholing after his release from Watford in May 2026 following youth spells at Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur and a professional contract at Watford without a senior debut.
- Club: Sholing FC (Southern League)
- Player: Kristian Shevchenko, 19, winger
- Previous clubs: Chelsea (youth), Tottenham (youth), Watford (U18, U21, pro contract 2025)
- International: Ukraine U20 World Cup 2025
- Father: Andriy Shevchenko, Ballon d'Or 2004
- Next fixture: FA Cup third-round qualifier at Ebbsfleet (Saturday)
Source: The Sun
