Emile Heskey has shared his hopes that both his sons continue to get senior game time after leaving Manchester City this summer.
The England legend has two new clubs to keep track of after a busy summer in his household, with Jaden rejoining Sheffield Wednesday on loan and Reigan completing a permanent move to FC Koln.
Reigan Heskey of 1.FC Koeln and Jamie Leweling of VfB Stuttgart battle for the ball during the Bundesliga 2026/27 match between VfB Stuttgart and 1. FC Köln at MHPArena4
Reigan Heskey made his Bundesliga debut in a 4-1 defeat to Stuttgart this month
The 48-year-old, who scored over a century ofPremier Leaguegoals during his career, told talkSPORT last November that his sons were at the 'best club' for their development.
However, he is now more than delighted to see both children branch out from the Etihad academy set-up to enjoy life in the pro ranks.
Emile Heskey's sons Jaden and Reigan
Jaden Heskey returned on loan to Sheffield Wednesday earlier this month and has already made three League One appearances.
The 20-year-old endured a difficult spell with the Owls during the second half of last season amid the backdrop of the club being deducted a total of 18 points for a breach of EFL rules.
Wednesday were relegated with 13 games to playin February, and he tasted victory just once in 20 Championship outings.
That was a final-day 2-1 win over West Brom that ensured the club avoided becoming the first team in history to finish on minus points.
His younger brother, Reigan, meanwhile, moved to Germany in a deal worth up to £8million on a long-term contract.
The 18-year-old was handed his first-team debut at City under Pep Guardiola in the Carabao Cup last season.
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The England Under-18 youth international also scored the winning goal in the FA Youth Cup final against rivals Manchester United.
Reigan Heskey was Man City's hero in last season's FA Youth Cup final4
Reigan Heskey was Man City's hero in last season's FA Youth Cup final
Reigan Heskey enjoying Bundesliga switch
Heskey Sr. joined talkSPORT Breakfast on Monday with Ally McCoist and Gabby Agbonlahor, where he was asked how they're both coping.
"Yeah, it's an interesting one," He replied. "It's the first time Jaden did last year, when he went on loan to Sheffield Wednesday.
"It's the first time he's living on his own, but it's only down the road, so he's okay. And then obviously now Reigan's gone to Germany.
"He's enjoying that, jumping, obviously, into the Bundesliga, trying to break into the first team and trying to play regularly, really.
"And that's what it's all about.
Jaden Heskey of Sheffield Wednesday during the Jersey Mike's Trophy group stage match between Salford City and Sheffield Wednesday at AIG Stadium on September 22, 2026 in Salford, England4
Wednesday have re-signed Jaden Heskey on loan for the remainder of the season
Emile Heskey is a pundit for Amazon Prime ahead of the Premier League match between Leicester City and West Ham United at King Power Stadium on December 3, 2024 in Leicester4
Heskey scored 110 Premier League goals and played for England at two World Cups
"Jaden played, I think 20, about 20 games last season, and hopefully he'll get another 30-plus this season," Ex-England star Heskey added.
"So it's all about getting that experience, getting the games, getting the game time, and hopefully Reigan can do the same as well."
Both Heskey's sons will be looking to follow their dad into the senior England fold one day, where debate continues to rage over the lack of quality in defence.
Heskey Sr. played in a Three Lions era that included world-class centre-backs such as John Terry, Rio Ferdinand and Sol Campbell.
Asked about the stark contrast between his time and the modern game, he replied: "I think the thing is, Gabby, when you go back to when we were playing, defending was an art and defending, they truly wanted to defend.
Defenders now are 'going to be found out'
"We've now flipped it where it's about playing out. It's about having composure on the ball. It's about finding them passes in.
"They're the ones that have actually more of the ball than midfielders, etc. So that's their main components.
"But then when it comes to defending, they're lacking in that sense. And we're then starting to criticise them.
"You look at them, even the understanding of their line, they're all over the place. So they're going to be found out.
"A lot of the time now, it's all about being on the ball, being on the ball, being on the ball. But reality is, you've got to be able to defend.
"You've got to be able to go one against one. You've got to know how to shadow a player out to the wing and usher him away from the goal. And I don't think any of these arts are being taught."