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Jamie Redknapp shares joy for eldest son following major milestone

The football star's eldest son is studying in the United States

Matthew Moore
Online News Writer & Diversity and Inclusion Lead
October 11, 2022
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Jamie Redknapp is one proud father with eldest son Charley studying in the United States at the University of Arizona, and the teen is making sure to take after his dad's sporting success.

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Charley has continued to play rugby while studying for his sports degree, and over the weekend he played in a match which saw Arizona defeat Utah Valley 34-17. Jamie was incredibly proud of his son for the achievement and shared several photos of his son taken during the match. But like any father, he made sure to get a bit of light-hearted fun as he penned his comment.

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In his post, the former England footballer said: "So so Proud of you mate. Think you might need to work on those thighs though. Great win this weekend @arizonarugby keep it going! #Beardown."

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His followers also shared in his jubilation, as one said: "Yes @charley_redknapp smashing it," while a second added: "Looks a power house!"

A third complimented: "Humble lad, working hard through passion and not because of where he came from, respect!!"

Meanwhile, a fourth shared: "Well done Charley you are the image of your beautiful mum," and a fifth commented: "He's looking terrific. ARIZONA seems to suit him. You must be so proud JAMIE, well done CHARLEY."

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Charley triumphed in the opening rugby match

Charley moves stateside in September, but ahead of his departure he shared one last birthday celebration with his parents, which was full of emotion.

Mum Louise shared a video clip from the party, showing her overcome with emotion. "Happy 18th Chaz I love you all the world! @charley_redknapp," she wrote in the caption. "It's an emotional one! Xxx."

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"Everyone who's been at the house today has been in his life for a very long time and mean the world to him, so thank you for all coming and enjoying today," she said in the clip.

Looking emotional, she added: "I know you're going to have an amazing night tonight when you leave us oldies and I couldn't be prouder and love this human more than I do."

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