Meet Sam Li Sirong, China’s 19-year-old fashionista football star who features in Louis Vuitton’s Archlight Sneaker 2.0 campaign with Jaden Smith and models for Hublot when he’s not on the field
- At only 19, Sam Li Sirong is a rapidly rising star in both football and fashion – he’s currently signed with Ado Den Haag, making him the first Chinese player to join the Eredivisie club
- Thanks to his good looks, the Dalian native has modelled for Puma, Bottega Veneta and Hublot – his biggest deal to date is with LV, starring in its Archlight Sneaker 2.0 campaign with Jaden Smith
Hailing from China, Sam Li Sirong is not only an accomplished football player at only age 19, but also the newest brand ambassador for luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton, among other high-end brands.
With his youthful energy and dynamic talent, Li is quickly becoming a notable figure in both the sports and fashion worlds. Here’s what you need to know about the rising star …
Sam Li Sirong grew up in Europe
Li’s passion for football started at the young age of eight when he began playing in his hometown of Dalian, Liaoning. To provide him with the best opportunities, Sina Fashion reported, Li’s mother took him on a tour of several European countries including Spain, Germany and France.
At the age of 12, Li relocated to the Netherlands and spent over a year training with an amateur team before earning a trial with the professional club Ado Den Haag.
According to Xinhua, Ado Den Haag has confirmed signing a contract with Li that extends until 2024. This makes him the first Chinese player to join the Eredivisie club’s academy.
“Over the past five years, I grew strong, improved my skills and my understanding of football was enhanced. I think I can now observe the game from the Dutch perspective,” Li said, per the publication.