RIO FERDINAND's son, Lorenz, has joined Havant and Waterlooville for the rest of the season. The 18-year-old has joined the seventh-tier - Southern League Premier Division South - side on work experience from Premier League outfit Brighton. Ferdinand is a goalkeeper unlike his father, who was a record-breaking defender for the likes of Leeds and Manchester United in his playing days. A club statement from the Hawks said: "Havant and Waterlooville Football Club are thrilled to announce that, goalkeeper, Lorenz Ferdinand has joined on work experience from Premier League outfit Brighton & Hove Albion for the remainder of the Season! "Ferdinand, 18, came through the set-up at Brighton & Hove Albion where he now continues to refine his trade in their Under-21’s set-up. "Lorenz links up with Shaun North’s side for the run-in as the push towards the end of the season continues! "We welcome Lorenz to the Hawks and look forward to seeing him in action very soon." Six-time Premier League winner Ferdinand is the dad of five children, with his eldest Lorenz following in his father's footsteps to try and become a footballer. In 2023 Lorenz signed a management deal with agency New Era Global Sports. Ferdinand Snr. posted on Instagram: "Our eldest is on his own journey in football. Join SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old Trafford "Another nice moment signing with @neweraglobalsports , well earned through hard work & dedication. "It’s a long road full of ups and downs, so the right & professional support is required - so step forward @neweraglobalsports. Love you Lorenz." Lorenz has appeared once for the Seagulls in PL2 this season, playing four minutes in a 4-2 win over Southampton and conceding once during his time on the pitch.