Théo Zidane Fernández (born 18 May 2002) is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Segunda División club Córdoba.
He is the son of former Real Madrid and French midfielder Zinedine Zidane.
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Early life
Théo Zidane was born on 18 May 2002 in Aix-en-Provence. He is the third son of former French footballer Zinedine Zidane. He has 3 brothers, Enzo, Luca, and Elyaz who are all professional footballers.
Club career
Zidane is a youth product of Canillas, and moved to the youth academy of Real Madrid in 2010. He started playing with the Real Madrid B in September 2020. He started training with Real Madrid's first team in February 2021 when his father was the manager of the club. He featured as a substitute in a La Liga fixture in December 2023, but did not appear on the field, and never made a first team appearance for the club.
On 11 July 2024, Zidane signed a two-year contract with Segunda División side Córdoba CF.
International career
Zidane is a youth international for France, having represented the France U16s, U17s, and U20s. He represented the France U17s at the 2019 UEFA European Under-17 Championship.
Style of play
A midfielder like his father Zinedine Zidane, he was described by Real Madrid's website as a finisher with a varied repertoire in the box, a goalscorer, and known for his speed.
Career statistics
Club
As of match played 2 May 2026
Honours
Real Madrid
UEFA Champions League: 2023–24
Real Madrid Juvenil A
UEFA Youth League: 2019–20