The English Football League Championship is the highest division of the English Football League and second-highest overall in the English football league system. It is contested by 24 teams across the country and is one of the most exciting and competitive divisions in English football.
It was introduced for the 2004-05 season as the Football League Championship and is today sponsored by Sky Bet. This division is known for its thrilling matches and unpredictable results, making it one of the most entertaining leagues to watch.
1. Aleksandar Mitrović
Fulham F.C.
Career
- 2005–2011: Partizan
- 2011–2012: Teleoptik
- 2012–2013: Partizan
- 2013–2015: Anderlecht
- 2015–2018: Newcastle United
- 2018: Fulham (loan)
- 2018: Fulham
- 2011–2013: Serbia U19
- 2013–2014: Serbia U21
- 2013: Serbia
Aleksandar Mitrović is a Serbian footballer who plays for Fulham in the English Premier League. He started his career at Partizan, before moving to Teleoptik in 2011.
In 2013 he joined Partizan again and went on to score 25 goals over two seasons. At the age of just 28, Mitrović represented Serbia at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Where they reached the semi-finals before being eliminated by France Mitrović is a Serbian international footballer who plays as a forward for Fulham in the Premier League.
Mitrović has played club football for Anderlecht, Newcastle United, and Fulham over the course of his career. He made his international debut in 2011 and has since appeared at UEFA European Under-19 Championship and Serbia U21 level.
In 2018 he joined Fulham on loan from Newcastle United and went on to score 17 goals during the season to help them finish 10th in the Premier League table.
Mitrović was born in Smederevo, Serbia but moved to Belgium with his family when he was young, before moving to England to play professional football for Fulham in 2012.
Also Played For: serbia football team, premier league fantasy football
2. Josh Sargent
Norwich City F.C.
Career
- 2008–2016: St. Louis Scott Gallagher
- 2016–2017: IMG Academy
- 2017–2018: Werder Bremen
- 2018: Werder Bremen II
- 2018–2021: Werder Bremen
- 2021: Norwich City
- 2015–2017: United States U17
- 2017: United States U20
- 2019: United States U23
- 2018: United States
Josh Sargent is a forward and winger who currently plays for Norwich City in the Premier League. He started his career with St. Louis Scott Gallagher before moving to Germany to play for Werder Bremen in 2018.
Josh has represented the United States at youth level, playing for the under-17s and under-20s teams respectively before making his senior debut in 2017 with Werder Bremen.
In total, he has made 119 appearances across all competitions since joining Werder Bremen, scoring 16 goals along the way.
Josh Sargent is a talented American soccer player who has represented his country at various youth levels.
He made his professional debut with Werder Bremen in the German Bundesliga in 2018 and has since been an important part of their team.
He was also called up to represent the United States national team during 2019 but did not feature in any games as they failed to qualify for the World Cup.
Nevertheless, he remains a key figure within American football and looks set to have a long and successful career ahead of him.
Also Played For: norwich city f.c, united states best soccer players
3. Brennan Johnson
Career
- –2009: Dunkirk
- 2009–2019: Nottingham Forest
- 2019–: Nottingham Forest
- 2020–2021: → Lincoln City (loan)
- 2016–2017: England U16
- 2017: England U17
- 2018–2019: Wales U19
- 2019–: Wales U21
- 2020–: Wales
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:08, 12 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21
Brennan Johnson is a forward for Nottingham Forest. He was born in 2001 and has been playing football since he was young. In 2017, Brennan Johnson helped Wales win the U-17 World Cup.
He made his senior debut for Forest in April of 2018 against Preston North End in the Championship. Brennan Johnson has declared his international intentions to play for Wales at the under-21 level.
The 21 year old forward is seen as a big talent by many and looks set to have a long career with Nottingham Forest Football Club Brennan Johnson is a talented footballer who has played for several clubs in the UK.
He made his senior debut with Nottingham Forest in 2009 and has since gone on to make over 65 appearances for the club. Brennan Johnson began his international career with England U16s in 2016, before playing for England U17s one year later.
He was then called up to Wales U19s where he starred, scoring eight goals in total. In 2018, Johnson joined Welsh side Wrexham on loan until the end of the season, helping them reach promotion from League Two as champions.
After returning to Forest, he helped them win promotion back to the Championship at the first attempt and also featured prominently for Wales during their qualification campaign for Euro 2020.
Now 27 years old, Brennan Johnson looks set to continue playing football at a high level well into his thirties – if not beyond.
Also Played For: wales
4. Ben Cabango
Defender
Career
- 2018–: Swansea City
- 2018–2019: The New Saints (loan)
- 2017: Wales U17
- 2018–2019: Wales U19
- 2019: Wales U21
- 2020: Wales
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 2 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23.19, 25 September 2022 (UTC)
Ben Cabango was born on May 30th, 2000 in Cardiff, Wales. Ben is a defender and currently plays for Swansea City. He had a successful youth career with Newport County, playing over 100 times for the club before moving to Premier League side Swansea City in 2017.
Ben has been capped at Under-17 level by Wales and represented his country at the U18 European Championships last year where they reached the semi-finals.
Ben is highly rated within Welsh football circles and looks set to make an impact in English football soon enough Ben Cabango is a Welsh international footballer who plays for Swansea City.
Ben has spent the majority of his career at Swansea, making 111 appearances and scoring seven goals since joining in 2018 from The New Saints on loan. He made his senior debut for Wales in 2017 and went on to make five appearances for the team throughout 2019.
Ben is known as an industrious midfielder who can win back possession or provide precision passing; he is also capable of creating chances with quick runs down the flanks or through balls into the penalty area.
Also Played For: swansea city a.f.c
5. Dwight Gayle
Forward
Career
- 2007: Arsenal
- 2007–2009: Ryan
- 2009–2011: Stansted
- 2011–2013: Dagenham & Redbridge
- 2011–2012: Bishop's Stortford (loan)
- 2012–2013: Peterborough United (loan)
- 2013: Peterborough United
- 2013–2016: Crystal Palace
- 2016–2022: Newcastle United
- 2018–2019: West Bromwich Albion (loan)
- 2022: Stoke City
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:49, 12 November 2022 (UTC)
Gayle is a 33-year-old striker who currently plays for Stoke City. Gayle started his career at Ridgeway Rovers and went on to play for Newcastle United, West Bromwich Albion, Crystal Palace and Stoke City.
Gayle has scored over 100 goals in the Premier League and has been nominated for the PFA Player of the Year award twice.
He was born in Walthamstow, London, England but raised in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire where he attended Bishop Challoner's School from 2001 until 2006 before going onto study business management at Loughborough University.
Gayle married his long term girlfriend Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamin in December 2016.[5][6] Dwight Gayle joined Newcastle United in the summer of 2018 for a fee reported to be £12 million.
He has made an immediate impact, scoring five goals in his first six appearances for the club.
Dwight Gayle played most of his football at Crystal Palace before joining Newcastle United, but he is no stranger to the Premier League having scored 44 times in 104 appearances for Arsenal and Dagenham & Redbridge combined.
Dwight Gayle was born on October 10th 1988 in Jamaica and has represented his country at senior level on nine occasions, including two World Cup qualifiers.
The forward is originally from Trelawny Town but spent time with Manchester City's youth system before signing for Arsenal where he made one appearance as a substitute against Everton during the 2005–06 season.
After leaving Arsenal, Dwight went on loan to Bishop's Stortford and then Peterborough United before joining Newcastle United permanently this year.
Also Played For: stoke city f.c, crystal palace
6. Isaiah Jones
Career
- 2017–2019: Tooting & Mitcham United
- 2019–: Middlesbrough
- 2019–2020: → St Johnstone (loan)
- 2021: → Queen of the South (loan)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:18, 8 January 2023 (UTC)
Isaiah Jones is a wing-back and winger who currently plays for Norwich City. Isaiah Jones made his professional debut in the EFL Cup against Sheffield United in October 2016, and also featured in Norwich's Premier League win over Bournemouth that same month.
After impressing during the 2016–17 season, Jones signed a new five-year contract with Norwich in May 2017. Jones has represented England at youth level, playing at under-16s and under-18s before making his full international debut against Lithuania in November 2018.
Isaiah Jones was born on 26 June 1999 in Lambeth, London to Kenyan parents. Isaiah Jones is a talented young defender who has been with Middlesbrough since the 2017-18 season.
He has played in 55 league games for the club, scoring four goals and providing ten assists during that time.
Jones is an athletic defender who can also play as a midfielder or forward if needed, making him very versatile on the pitch.
His versatility makes Isaiah Jones valuable to Middlesbrough and he will be looking to add to his tally of 67 appearances this term when it comes to helping Boro stay in contention for promotion from the Championship.
Also Played For: middlesbrough f.c
7. Ryan Giles
Career
- –2018: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 2018–: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 2018: → AFC Telford United (loan)
- 2019–2020: → Shrewsbury Town (loan)
- 2020: → Coventry City (loan)
- 2020–2021: → Coventry City (loan)
- 2021: → Rotherham United (loan)
- 2021–2022: → Cardiff City (loan)
- 2022: → Blackburn Rovers (loan)
- 2022–: → Middlesbrough (loan)
- 2019: England U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 May 2022 (UTC)
Giles made his professional debut for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the 2018–19 season. Giles has spent time on loan at Middlesbrough this season. He has played in every game for Middlesbrough and has been a key part of their midfield.
Giles is an energetic midfielder who loves to get forward and create chances for his team-mates. Giles is highly rated by both coach Aitor Karanka and captain Ben Gibson, who have called him ‘one of the best young talents’ in England.
With age on his side, Giles could develop into one of the premier midfielders in English football over the next few years Giles started his career at Wolverhampton Wanderers, before joining AFC Telford United on loan in 2018.
Giles made his Middlesbrough debut in a 2-1 win over Blackburn Rovers later that month and went on to make 22 appearances for the club during his short loan spell.
Giles has represented England U20s four times since making his debut in 2019, scoring once against Serbia U21s.
8. Jack Rudoni
Career
- Epsom Eagles
- 2010–2011: Crystal Palace
- 2011–2019: AFC Wimbledon
- 2019–2022: AFC Wimbledon
- 2019: → Corinthian-Casuals (loan)
- 2019: → Tonbridge Angels (loan)
- 2022–: Huddersfield Town
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:30, 12 October 2022 (UTC)
Jack Rudoni is a midfielder for Huddersfield Town and was born on June 14th, 2001. He made his debut for the club in January of 2018 against Ipswich Town and has since featured in 11 games overall.
Rudoni started out at Chelsea before transferring to Newcastle United as a youngster, but he never managed to break into the first team there.
After leaving Newcastle United, Rudoni signed with League Two side Yeovil Town where he spent two seasons before moving up to the Championship with Huddersfield Town last year.
In total, Jack Rudoni has made 68 appearances across all levels of English football and is still young enough to improve further in the coming years Jack Rudoni is a professional footballer who currently plays for AFC Wimbledon.
Jack Rudoni has represented the England youth team on several occasions and won silverware with Crystal Palace in the FA Youth Cup.
After departing Crystal Palace, Rudoni spent time on loan at two different clubs before joining Huddersfield Town ahead of their inaugural season in the English Premier League.
With 21 appearances and one goal to his name, Jack Rudoni will be looking to help AFC Wimbledon secure promotion back to league football next season.
Also Played For: afc wimbledon
9. Ismaïla Sarr
Forward
Career
- 2009–2016: Génération Foot
- 2016–2017: Metz
- 2017–2019: Rennes
- 2019: Watford
- 2015: Senegal U23
- 2016: Senegal
Ismaïla Sarr is a Senegalese winger who joined Watford in the summer of 2018. He made his senior debut for Génération Foot in 2009 and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club, scoring 15 goals.
In 2016, he moved to English side Watford and has since made 23 appearances, scoring one goal. Ismaïla Sarr is considered a talent by many and looks set to have a long career ahead of him at Premier League side Watford.
The 24-year old Sarr is a versatile midfielder who has played for both Metz and Rennes in Ligue The Senegalese international has represented his country at various youth levels, including at the Africa Cup of Nations where he helped Senegal win their first title in 2021.
Sarr is known for being an excellent passer of the ball and can also score goals from distance - something that could come in handy with Watford this season.
Expect him to start alongside Richarlison on Watford's left flank when they take on West Ham United in their opening match of the Premier League campaign next week.
With eight years remaining on his contract with Watford, there's definitely potential for Sarr to achieve even more during his time with the club.
Also Played For: senegal national football team, watford f.c
10. Imran Louza
Midfielder
Career
- 2005–2006: Etoile du Cens
- 2006–2017: Nantes
- 2017–2019: Nantes B
- 2019–2021: Nantes
- 2021–: Watford
- 2017: Morocco U20
- 2019: France U20
- 2019: France U21
- 2021–: Morocco
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:47, 29 March 2022 (UTC)
Imran Louza joined Watford from Nantes in 2020 and has made six appearances for the club so far. He is a midfielder and his main strength lies in passing accuracy.
Imran Louza represented France at under-19 level before making his debut for the senior team in 2018. He also played at under-20 level, helping France to win the 2019 European Under-20 Championship.
Imran Louza started playing football when he was just five years old and went on to play for several clubs including Nantes, Toulouse, Lille and Nice before joining Watford in 2020.
The 23 year old has made over 100 appearances for various age groups representing France including U16s, U17s, U18s, U19s as well as captaining the side at Euro 20 qualifiers earlier this year where they reached the semi finals of their tournament.
11. João Pedro
Forward
Career
- 2011–2019: Fluminense
- 2019–2020: Fluminense
- 2020–: Watford
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 26 December 2022 (UTC)
João Pedro is a young forward who has impressed in the Brasileirão with his goals and assists. He started out at Atlético Mineiro, before moving to Corinthians in 2017.
João Pedro was born in 2001, making him one of the youngest players on Brazil's national team. He made his debut for the Seleção against Chile in March 2018 and has since been a regular starter for Brazil U-17s and U-20s squads.
Joao Pedro is known as an attacking midfielder with good skills both offensively and defensively; he complements Neymar well as part of Brazil's front three.
In November 2018, it was announced that João Pedro had signed for Paris Saint Germain ahead of their season starting next month - PSG are reported to have paid Corinthians €40 million (£35 million).
With over 100 appearances for Corinthians across all competitions (including Copa Libertadores, Campeonato Paulista and Brazilian Série A), Joao Pedro will be looking to continue his development under new manager Unai Emery at PSG.
12. Anel Ahmedhodžić
Hobro IK
Career
- 2004–2016: Malmö FF
- 2016: Nottingham Forest
- 2016–2019: Nottingham Forest
- 2019–2022: Malmö FF
- 2019–2020: Hobro IK (loan)
- 2022: Bordeaux (loan)
- 2022: Sheffield United
- 2014–2016: Sweden U17
- 2016–2018: Sweden U19
- 2019: Sweden U21
- 2020: Sweden
- 2020: Bosnia and Herzegovina
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 3 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14 June 2022
Anel Ahmedhodžić is a 23-year old centreback who currently plays for Sheffield United. He began his career with Malmö FF and played at youth level for Nottingham Forest before signing for the Blades in 2016.
Anel has represented Sweden at under-19, under-20, and under-21 levels. He made his senior international debut in March 2017 against Estonia. Anel is known as an aerial defender who reads the game well and makes excellent clearances from the backline.
His club form this season has been inconsistent but he remains a key player for United going forward into next season Ahmedhodžić was born in Bosnia and Herzegovina, but represented Sweden at youth level.
He made his debut for Nottingham Forest in the English Premier League against Cardiff City on 24 October 2018, coming on as a substitute for Lewis Grabban.
Ahmedhodžić joined Malmö FF from Notthingham Forest on a three-year deal in 2019. He has also had loan spells with Hobro IK and Bordeaux since joining Sheffield United in February 2022.
Ahmedhodžić made his international debut for Sweden against Bosnia and Herzegovina on 18 June 2020.
Also Played For: swedish football league, sheffield united f.c
13. Dominic Solanke
Forward
Career
- 2004–2014: Chelsea
- 2014–2017: Chelsea
- 2015–2016: Vitesse (loan)
- 2017–2019: Liverpool
- 2019–: AFC Bournemouth
- 2012–2013: England U16
- 2013–2014: England U17
- 2014–2015: England U18
- 2015–2016: England U19
- 2016–2017: England U20
- 2015–2019: England U21
- 2017: England
Dominic Solanke is a 25-year-old English striker who currently plays for AFC Bournemouth. Dominic Solanke started his career at Chelsea, and made 21 appearances for Liverpool in the 2017/2018 season.
Dominic Solanke is 6'2" tall and has been described as an "outstanding finisher". Dominic Solanke was born on September 14th 1997 in Reading, England, making him just 25 years old at the time of writing this article.
DomincSolankes biggest triumph to date came when he scored twice during Liverpool's 3-1 victory over Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League semi final round of competition back in May 2018 Dominic Solanke is a young English footballer who has represented his country at the U-17, U-18 and U-19 levels.
He started his career with Chelsea but was released in 2016, before joining Bournemouth on a free transfer that same year.
So far this season he's scored 14 goals in 18 appearances for the Cherries - good enough to place him joint second in their scoring chart behind Callum Wilson.
Dominic Solanke has been tipped as one of England's brightest prospects and could be set for big things if he continues to develop at the rate he is currently doing.
Also Played For: fifa u-20 world cup, a.f.c. bournemouth
14. Lloyd Kelly
Defender
Career
- 2011–2017: Bristol City
- 2017–2019: Bristol City
- 2019–: AFC Bournemouth
- 2017–2018: England U20
- 2018–2021: England U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:16, 6 September 2022 (UTC)
Lloyd Kelly is a defender who currently plays for AFC Bournemouth. Lloyd was born on 6 October 1998 in Bristol, England. He stands at 6ft 3in and has an impressive 1.90m height.
As a youngster, Lloyd played football for the local club before being scouted by Manchester United when he was just 16-years-old.
After failing to make an appearance for United's academy side, Lloyd moved to Championship side Reading in 2016 where he made his professional debut two years later against Ipswich Town in May 2018.
In total, Lloyd made 26 appearances (25 starts) during his time with Reading before joining AFC Bournemouth ahead of the 2019/20 season.
Lloyd Kelly is a professional footballer who plays as a left back for Bristol City and AFC Bournemouth. Lloyd Kelly began his career with Bristol City in 2011, making 43 appearances for the club before joining AFC Bournemouth in 2019.
He has played 90 times for the Cherries, scoring 2 goals. Lloyd Kelly made his international debut for England U20s in 2017 and has gone on to make 9 appearances for the team overall. He is currently playing with England U21s ahead of their qualification campaign for UEFA Euro 2020.
Outside of football, Lloyd Kelly is studying Business Management at university level. In terms of hobbies, LloydKelly enjoys spending time with friends and family and playing golf regularly.
15. Josh Cullen
Midfielder
Career
- 2005–2015: West Ham United
- 2015–2020: West Ham United
- 2016: Bradford City (loan)
- 2016–2017: Bradford City (loan)
- 2017–2018: Bolton Wanderers (loan)
- 2018–2019: Charlton Athletic (loan)
- 2019–2020: Charlton Athletic (loan)
- 2020–2022: Anderlecht
- 2022: Burnley
- 2011: England U16
- 2014–2015: Republic of Ireland U19
- 2015–2018: Republic of Ireland U21
- 2019: Republic of Ireland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:43, 2 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22
Josh Cullen started his career at West Ham United, before moving to Burnley in the summer of 2017. He has made over 100 appearances for Burnley and is a regular in Sean Dyche's team.
Josh Cullen has also represented England at youth level and was called up to the full national side in March 2019 for a game against Lithuania.
Outside of football, he studies sport science at Turf Moor University. Josh Cullen is a midfielder who currently plays for Anderlecht in the Belgian Pro League.
He made his international debut in 2011 and has since played 22 times for the Republic of Ireland, scoring one goal.
Josh was born on 24 November 1991 in Bolton, England and started playing football at an early age with local club Witton Albion before joining West Ham United as a youth player.
In 2015 he joined Bradford City on loan where he helped them reach the play-offs but left to join Bolton Wanderers in 2016 after failing to secure a first team place at West Ham United.
After two seasons with Bolton Wanderers, Josh returned to Belgium this summer and signed for Anderlecht ahead of their 2020–21 season which will be his sixth year playing professionally.
Also Played For: republic of ireland football team, bradford city afc
16. Kane Wilson
Career
- 2007–2016: West Bromwich Albion
- 2016–2020: West Bromwich Albion
- 2017–2018: → Exeter City (loan)
- 2018–2019: → Walsall (loan)
- 2019: → Exeter City (loan)
- 2019–2020: → Tranmere Rovers (loan)
- 2020–2022: Forest Green Rovers
- 2022—: Bristol City
- 2015–2016: England U16
- 2016: England U17
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 05:45, 7 May 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21
Kane Wilson is a right-back who currently plays for Bristol City. Kane Wilson started his career with West Bromwich Albion, before moving to Bristol City in 2017.
Kane Wilson has played at youth level for both West Bromwich Albion and Bristol City, making over 100 appearances each. Kane Wilson has been capped by England at U16, U17, and U18 levels, but hasn't yet made an appearance for the senior team.
Kane Wilson is known for his attacking style of play from right back; he's scored two goals in total during his career so far. Kane Wilson is one of the most exciting young players in English football and we look forward to seeing more of him on the pitch in the future.
Kane Wilson is a young English footballer who has played for West Bromwich Albion, Exeter City and Walsall. Kane Wilson made his debut for England U16 in 2015 and has since gone on to make one appearance for the England U17 side.
At club level, Kane Wilson spent time at West Bromwich Albion, Exeter City and Walsall before joining Tranmere Rovers on loan this season.
Kane Wilson is an attacking midfielder who is known for his speed and ability to create chances from the midfield area. With two years left on his contract at Bristol City, it's likely that we'll see more of Kane Wilson in future seasons as he looks to build upon his promising career so far.
Also Played For: bristol city football club
17. Max Aarons
Norwich City F.C.
Career
- 2016: Luton Town
- 2016–2018: Norwich City
- 2018: Norwich City
- 2018–2019: England U19
- 2019: England U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:47, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20
Max Aarons is a 23-year-old English footballer who currently plays for Norwich City.
Aarons started his career at Chelsea and was loaned out to Sheffield United and Middlesbrough before making his debut for Norwich in 2017.
Aarons has represented England at youth level and was a part of the victorious U20 side at the 2017 European Championships. Aarons is known for his right-back role and is a hard-working player who is always looking to help his team defensively.
Aarons is considered to be a very promising player and is seen as a key part of the Norwich City squad going forward. Aarons is a very versatile player and can also play as a left-back. Aarons is set to continue playing for Norwich City for the foreseeable future.
Aarons is a young English midfielder who has developed at Norwich City. He has represented England at youth levels and has impressed in the Premier League.
He is a hard-working player who is good in the air and has the ability to pass the ball. He is likely to play a part in Norwich's season and is a valuable asset.
He is a versatile player who can play in any midfield position. He is likely to be a part of the England squad for the World Cup. He is a promising player who has a lot of potential.
He is a hard worker who is always trying to improve. He is a talented player who is likely to become a star in the future.
Also Played For: euro u21, football manager 2020
18. Matt Grimes
Midfielder
Career
- 2013: Exeter City
- 2013–2015: Exeter City
- 2015: Swansea City
- 2016: Blackburn Rovers (loan)
- 2016–2017: Leeds United (loan)
- 2017–2018: Northampton Town (loan)
- 2014–2015: England U20
- 2016: England U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:57, 18 February 2023 (UTC)
Matt Grimes is a midfielder for Swansea City. Grimes made his professional debut with the club in 2017. He has also played for Bristol City and Huddersfield Town.
Grimes has represented England at youth level. He is contracted to Swansea City until 2022. Matt Grimes joined Exeter City from Swansea City in the summer of 2013.
He made 58 appearances for the club, scoring five goals. He spent the 2015–16 season on loan at Blackburn Rovers, scoring 13 goals in all competitions. Grimes moved to Leeds United on a temporary basis in 2016, but returned to Exeter City later that year.
He made his international debut for England U21 in 2016. Grimes signed a new three-year deal with Exeter City in December 2017.
Also Played For: exeter city fc
19. Teemu Pukki
Forward
Career
- 1997–2000 : KoNa
- 2000–2005: KTP
- 2006–2008: KTP
- 2008–2010: Sevilla
- 2008–2010: Sevilla Atlético
- 2010–2011: HJK
- 2011–2013: Schalke 04
- 2013–2015: Celtic
- 2014–2015: Brøndby (loan)
- 2015–2018: Brøndby
- 2018: Norwich City
- 2005: Finland U15
- 2006: Finland U16
- 2006–2007: Finland U17
- 2007–2008: Finland U18
- 2009: Finland U19
- 2007–2011: Finland U21
- 2009: Finland
Teemu Pukki is a Finnish football forward who currently plays for Norwich City. Teemu Pukki started his career at Kotka before moving to Spanish side Sevilla in 2008.
After a season at Sevilla Atlético, Pukki joined Norwich City in 2012. Pukki has represented Finland at international level, and was a member of the team that won the 2014 World Cup.
Teemu Pukki is 1.80m tall and is known for his powerful shot and quick feet. In 2017, Pukki was nominated for the PFA Player of the Year award, but lost out to Mohamed Salah.
At the age of 32, Pukki is still playing at a high level and is looking to help Norwich City win promotion to the Premier League.
Teemu Pukki is a popular figure with the Norwich fans, and he has been praised for his hard work and commitment to the club. Teemu Pukki is a dedicated family man, and he has two young children.
Also Played For: finland national football team
20. Sander Berge
Sheffield United F.C.
Career
- 2013–2014: Asker 2
- 2013–2014: Asker
- 2015: Vålerenga 2
- 2015–2017: Vålerenga
- 2017–2020: Genk
- 2020: Sheffield United
- 2013: Norway U15
- 2014: Norway U16
- 2015: Norway U17
- 2015–2016: Norway U18
- 2016: Norway U19
- 2016: Norway U21
- 2017: Norway
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:37, 11 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 28 September 2022
Sander Berge is a Norwegian footballer who currently plays for Sheffield United. He has played for Asker and Sheffield United in his career so far. He is a midfielder and has scored no goals in his career so far.
He was born on February 14, 1998. He is 1.95 metres tall. Sander Berge is currently 25 years old. He has played for Asker and Sheffield United in his career so far.
He is currently playing for Sheffield United. Sander Berge started his career with Vålerenga and has since played for Genk and Sheffield United in the English Premier League.
He has been capped by Norway at youth level and has made one appearance for the senior team. Berge is known for his penetrating midfield play and is considered one of the best players in Norway.
He is a hard-working player who is always looking to get forward Berge is expected to join Sheffield United on a permanent deal in the near future.
Also Played For: football manager 2018
21. Bradley Dack
Midfielder
Career
- 2005–2007: Charlton Athletic
- 2007: Corinthian
- 2007–2012: Gillingham
- 2012–2017: Gillingham
- 2013: → Braintree Town (loan)
- 2017–: Blackburn Rovers
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:58, 14 February 2023 (UTC)
Bradley Dack is a 29-year-old midfielder who currently plays for Blackburn Rovers. Dack started his career at hometown club, Greenwich Borough before moving on to Derby County.
He signed for Blackburn in January 2016 and has since made 23 appearances for the club. Dack is a hard-working midfielder who is good at getting the ball down and creating chances for his teammates.
He has been capped by England at U-19, U-20 and U-21 level. Dack is likely to be a key player for Blackburn this season as they look to regain their place in the Premier League. He is a fans' favourite at Blackburn and is highly respected within the club's community.
Dack is married and has two young children. Dack is a versatile midfielder who can play anywhere in the midfield.
Bradley Dack is a winger who has played for several clubs over the course of his career. He began his career in 2005 with Charlton Athletic before moving to Corinthian in 2007.
He spent two seasons with Gillingham before joining Blackburn Rovers in 2017. Bradley Dack is known for his speed and ability to score goals. He has scored 50 goals in 152 appearances for Blackburn Rovers.
Bradley Dack is a England under-21 international and has represented his country at various youth levels.
He is also a regular for the Gillingham senior team. Bradley Dack is a versatile player who can play on either wing or as a striker.
He is expected to be a key player for Blackburn Rovers this season. Bradley Dack is a hard-working player who is always looking to create chances for his team. He is a popular player with the Blackburn Rovers fans and is expected to continue his success with the club.
Also Played For: gillingham f.c, blackburn rovers f.c
22. Pablo Hernández
Leeds United
Career
- AVV Rafalafena
- 1997–2003: Castellón
- 2003–2004: Valencia
- 2004–2007: Valencia B
- 2004–2005: → Onda (loan)
- 2006–2007: Valencia
- 2007: → Cádiz (loan)
- 2007–2008: Getafe
- 2008–2012: Valencia
- 2012–2014: Swansea City
- 2014–2017: Al-Arabi
- 2015: → Al-Nasr (loan)
- 2015–2016: → Rayo Vallecano (loan)
- 2016–2017: → Leeds United (loan)
- 2017–2021: Leeds United
- 2021–: Castellón
- 2009–2010: Spain
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 January 2023
Hernández is a Spanish attacking midfielder who currently plays for Castellón. Hernández started his career at Valencia and made over 100 appearances for the club.
He was part of the Spain team that won the 2008 European Championship. Hernández joined Castellón in June 2017. Hernández is a creative attacking midfielder with good passing ability.
Hernández is a hard-working player who likes to get forward. Hernández is a physically strong player who can challenge for headers. Hernández is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions.
Hernández is a natural born leader and has a good work ethic. Pablo Hernández made his name at Valencia, where he spent 11 years playing as a midfielder. Hernández represented Spain at international level, playing four times between 2009 and 2010.
After leaving Valencia, Hernández signed for Leeds United on a loan deal in January 2017. He made his debut for Leeds United a month later, coming on as a substitute in a 3-2 victory over Derby County.
Hernández is set to remain at Leeds United until the end of the 2017/2018 season.
In total, Hernández has made 152 appearances for Leeds United, scoring 31 goals. Hernández is a hard-working and versatile midfielder, who is capable of playing in a number of midfield positions. He is an experienced player, having played at the highest level in Spain and in England.
Hernández is a popular figure at Leeds United, and is widely respected by his teammates and the fans.
Also Played For: leeds united
23. Cameron Archer
Forward
Career
- –2020: Aston Villa
- 2019–: Aston Villa
- 2020–2021: → Solihull Moors (loan)
- 2022: → Preston North End (loan)
- 2023–: → Middlesbrough (loan)
- 2021–: England U20
- 2022–: England U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21:38, 13 June 2022 (UTC)
Archer was born in Walsall, England on 9 December 2001. He started his career at Walsall, before signing for Aston Villa in 2014. He made his debut for Aston Villa in 2016, and has since made over 50 appearances for the club.
He has since joined Middlesbrough on loan, and has made five appearances for the club so far. Archer is a forward, and is known for his pace and goalscoring ability. He is currently on loan at Middlesbrough and is looking to help the club reach the Premier League.
Archer is a promising young striker, and is expected to continue his career at a high level. Cameron Archer is a midfielder who has played for Aston Villa since 2019.
He has had loan spells at Solihull Moors and Preston North End in the past two years. Archer has represented England at U20 and U21 level.
He is likely to leave Aston Villa in the near future, with Preston North End and Middlesbrough being the most likely clubs to sign him.
Also Played For: aston villa f.c
24. Anthony Knockaert
Forward
Career
- 1997–1999: Wasquehal
- 1999–2001: Leers
- 2001–2004: Lens
- 2004–2007: Mouscron
- 2007–2009: Lesquin
- 2009–2012: Guingamp
- 2012–2015: Leicester City
- 2015–2016: Standard Liège
- 2016–2020: Brighton & Hove Albion
- 2019–2020: → Fulham (loan)
- 2020–: Fulham
- 2020–2021: → Nottingham Forest (loan)
- 2022–2023: → Volos (loan)
- 2023–: → Huddersfield Town (loan)
- 2011–2012: France U20
- 2012: France U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:00, 3 January 2023 (UTC)
Anthony Knockaert is a French winger who currently plays for Huddersfield Town on loan from Fulham. He began his career at Wasquehal before moving to Leers in 2001.
After a spell at Lens, Knockaert joined Fulham in 2004. He made his debut for the club in 2005 and has since made over 130 appearances. In 2018, Knockaert joined Brighton & Hove Albion on loan.
He has made five appearances for the club and scored one goal. Knockaert is a versatile player who can play as a winger or a forward. He is known for his speed, dribbling ability, and crossing ability.
Knockaert is a solid player who is able to help his team defensively as well as offensively. He is also a good penalty taker. Knockaert is an important player for Fulham and is expected to play a major role in the club's future.
Also Played For: brighton & hove albion f.c
25. Jordan Rhodes
Forward
Career
- 2003–2005: Barnsley
- 2005–2007: Ipswich Town
- 2007–2009: Ipswich Town
- 2007: → Oxford United (loan)
- 2008: → Rochdale (loan)
- 2009: → Brentford (loan)
- 2009–2012: Huddersfield Town
- 2012–2016: Blackburn Rovers
- 2016–2017: Middlesbrough
- 2017: → Sheffield Wednesday (loan)
- 2017–2021: Sheffield Wednesday
- 2018–2019: → Norwich City (loan)
- 2021–: Huddersfield Town
- 2011–2012: Scotland U21
- 2011–2017: Scotland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:29, 30 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 01
Jordan Rhodes is a 33-year-old striker who currently plays for Huddersfield Town. Rhodes started his career at Barnsley before moving to Ipswich Town in 2005.
He made his professional debut for Blackburn Rovers in 2007. He spent four seasons with Rovers before moving to Huddersfield Town in 2013. Rhodes has scored over 100 professional goals, including 29 goals in 38 appearances in the Premier League.
He has represented England at youth level, and made one senior appearance. Rhodes is known for his powerful shooting and aerial abilities, as well as his stamina and work-rate. He is a fan favourite at Huddersfield Town, and is often referred to as "The Terrible Turk".
Rhodes is a Premier League champion with Blackburn Rovers in 2013, and has also won the League Cup and the FA Cup with Huddersfield Town.
Also Played For: efl league one
26. Ben Brereton Díaz
Forward
Career
- 2006–2013: Manchester United
- 2013–2015: Stoke City
- 2015–2017: Nottingham Forest
- 2017–2019: Nottingham Forest
- 2018–2019: → Blackburn Rovers (loan)
- 2019–: Blackburn Rovers
- 2017–2018: England U19
- 2018: England U20
- 2021–: Chile
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:00, 15 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19
Ben Brereton Díaz is a young English striker who currently plays for Blackburn Rovers. Ben Brereton Díaz started his career with Manchester United and was highly touted as a prospect.
However, his time at Old Trafford was hampered by injuries. In 2013, Ben Brereton Díaz signed for Blackburn Rovers and has since excelled in the Championship. He has scored 21 goals in all competitions and is a regular in the team.
Ben Brereton Díaz is a versatile striker who can play in any position on the pitch. He is known for his clinical finishing and is a threat to any defence.
Ben Brereton Díaz is one of the most talented young strikers in England and is expected to continue his success with Blackburn Rovers in the Championship.
Ben Brereton Díaz is a Spanish international footballer who plays as a midfielder for Nottingham Forest. Ben Brereton Díaz started his career with Stoke City, before moving to Nottingham Forest in 2017.
Ben Brereton Díaz has represented Spain at youth level, and has scored one international goal. Ben Brereton Díaz is a hard-working midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions.
Ben Brereton Díaz is a key player for Nottingham Forest, and is expected to play a big role in their future. Ben Brereton Díaz is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of different positions.
Ben Brereton Díaz is a promising young midfielder, and is expected to continue developing his career. Ben Brereton Díaz is a talented midfielder who is capable of playing at a high level. Ben Brereton Díaz is a promising midfielder who is expected to continue developing his career.
Also Played For: chile national football team
27. Jordan James
Midfielder
Career
- 201?–2021: Birmingham City
- 2021–: Birmingham City
- : Wales U15
- : Wales U16
- 2021–: Wales U18
- 2022: England U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:33, 15 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10
Jordan James is a midfielder who currently plays for Birmingham City. James was born in Hereford, England in 2004. He started his youth career at local side Hereford United and progressed through the ranks.
In February 2013, James made his first-team debut for Birmingham City, coming on as a substitute in a 2-1 win over Ipswich Town. James has made over 100 appearances for Birmingham City and has become a key player in the team.
He is known for his hard work and commitment on the pitch. James has been shortlisted for the PFA Young Player of the Year award. James is currently contracted to Birmingham City until 2020. James is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive midfielder or as a forward.
Jordan James is a Welsh international footballer who has played for Wales at U15 and U16 levels and has been called up to the Welsh U18 team.
James has played for Birmingham City in the English Premier League and has been part of the team since 2021. James has made 43 appearances for Birmingham City and has scored one goal.
James has also had a successful international career, playing for Wales at U15 and U16 levels and being called up to the Welsh U18 team. James is a versatile player who can play as a striker or as a wide midfielder.
James is expected to continue his successful career with Birmingham City in the Premier League.
Also Played For: birmingham city
28. Taylor Harwood-Bellis
Defender
Career
- 2008–2019: Manchester City
- 2019–: Manchester City
- 2021: → Blackburn Rovers (loan)
- 2021–2022: → Anderlecht (loan)
- 2022: → Stoke City (loan)
- 2022–: → Burnley (loan)
- 2017–2018: England U16
- 2018–2019: England U17
- 2019: England U19
- 2020: England U20
- 2021–: England U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:28, 2 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20
Taylor Harwood-Bellis is a 21 year old centre-back who currently plays for Burnley on loan from Manchester City. Harwood-Bellis made his debut for Manchester City in a 2-0 victory over Sunderland in the League Cup in 2018.
Harwood-Bellis has been a regular for England at youth level, playing at every level from U16 to U21.
Burnley are due to return Harwood-Bellis to Manchester City at the end of the season. Harwood-Bellis is likely to feature for Burnley in their Premier League clash against Leicester on Sunday.
Harwood-Bellis has been described as a "powerful and skilful centre-back" by manager Sean Dyche. Harwood-Bellis is a product of Manchester City's academy, and has been a part of their first-team setup since the age of 17.
Harwood-Bellis is set to become a free agent next summer and is likely to attract interest from a number of top-flight clubs. Harwood-Bellis is a versatile defender, capable of playing at either centre-back or right-back.
Also Played For: burnley f.c
29. Scott Twine
Career
- Royal Wootton Bassett Town
- 2013: Southampton
- 2013–2016: Swindon Town
- 2016–2021: Swindon Town
- 2017–2018: → Chippenham Town (loan)
- 2019: → Waterford (loan)
- 2020: → Chippenham Town (loan)
- 2020–2021: → Newport County (loan)
- 2021–2022: Milton Keynes Dons
- 2022–: Burnley
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:09, 16 February 2023 (UTC)
Scott Twine is a 23-year-old English footballer who currently plays for Burnley. Twine started his career playing for Royal Wootton Bassett Town before joining Burnley in 2017.
Twine is a versatile midfielder who can play as a central or wide player. Twine has made one appearance for the England national team. Twine is a fast, skilful and hard-working player who is known for his excellent passing ability.
Twine is expected to be a key player for Burnley this season. Twine is a promising young player who has a lot of potential to develop his career further.
Twine is a good team player who is always willing to give 110% in every game. Twine is a talented player who has the potential to become a top-level footballer.
Scott Twine started his career at Southampton before moving to Swindon Town in 2013. Twine has played for Chippenham Town on loan in 2017 and Newport County on loan in 2020. Twine has made six appearances for Burnley in the Premier League.
30. Ian Maatsen
Defender
Career
- 2009–2013: Feyenoord
- 2013–2015: Sparta Rotterdam
- 2015–2018: PSV
- 2018–2019: Chelsea
- 2019–: Chelsea
- 2020–2021: → Charlton Athletic (loan)
- 2021–2022: → Coventry City (loan)
- 2022–: → Burnley (loan)
- 2017: Netherlands U15[3]
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U16[4]
- 2018–2019: Netherlands U17[5]
- 2019: Netherlands U18[6]
- 2021–: Netherlands U21[7]
Ian Maatsen is a Dutch left-back who is currently on loan at Burnley from Chelsea. Maatsen started his career at Feyenoord before moving to Sparta Rotterdam, where he made over 100 appearances.
Maatsen joined Chelsea in January 2019 and made his first-team debut a month later. Maatsen has represented the Netherlands at under-17, under-19, and under-21 levels. Maatsen is a hard-working defender who is known for his strong tackles and accurate passing.
Maatsen is likely to feature prominently for Burnley in the 2019/20 season. Ian Maatsen is a promising young defender who is set to continue his development at Chelsea.
Maatsen is a left-back with a good passing ability and strong tackling. Ian Maatsen is a promising young defender who is set to continue his development at Chelsea.
31. Josh Brownhill
Midfielder
Career
- –2012: Manchester United
- 2012–2013: Preston North End
- 2013–2016: Preston North End
- 2016: → Barnsley (loan)
- 2016–2020: Bristol City
- 2020–: Burnley
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:04, 16 February 2023 (UTC)
Josh Brownhill is a midfielder for Burnley in the English Premier League. Brownhill was born in Warrington, England in 1995. He is 5'11 and weighs in at around 120 pounds.
He has played for Bristol City and Burnley in the English Premier League. Brownhill has represented England at youth level and has one international cap to his name. Brownhill is a hard-working midfielder who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch.
He is a popular player with Burnley fans and will hope to help the club retain their Premier League status. Brownhill is a determined player who is always looking to win. Josh Brownhill is a talented midfielder who is looking to make an impression on the Premier League stage.
Brownhill started his career at Manchester United, making 13 appearances for the club. He then moved to Preston North End, where he made 45 appearances in total.
He signed for Bristol City in 2016, and played for them for two seasons. He then signed for Burnley in 2020. Brownhill has made 108 appearances for Burnley so far.
32. John Swift
Reading F.C.
Career
- 2005–2006: Portsmouth
- 2006: Chelsea
- 2006: Pace Youth F.C.
- 2007–2014: Chelsea
- 2014–2016: Chelsea
- 2014: → Rotherham United (loan)
- 2015: → Swindon Town (loan)
- 2015–2016: → Brentford (loan)
- 2016–2022: Reading
- 2022–: West Bromwich Albion
- 2010: England U16
- 2011–2012: England U17
- 2012: England U18
- 2012–2014: England U19
- 2014–2015: England U20
- 2015–2017: England U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:26, 2nd January 2023 (UTC)
John Swift was born in Portsmouth, England in 1995. He began his career at Portsmouth, playing for the club from 2005-2006. Swift then moved to Chelsea, where he played for two seasons.
In 2006, Swift signed with Pace Youth F.C. in the United States. Swift made his professional debut with West Bromwich Albion in the English Premier League on 25 August 2015. Swift has played in 66 matches for West Bromwich Albion, scoring 4 goals.
Swift is a midfielder and is known for his speed and attacking play. Swift is a member of the England under-21 team and was called up to the England national team in January 2017. Swift is considered one of the most promising young English midfielders.
Swift began his professional career with Chelsea in 2007 and went on to make 187 appearances for the club, scoring 31 goals. Swift was loaned out to Brentford and Swindon Town in 2015 and 2016 respectively and made 27 appearances for Brentford and 27 for Swindon.
Swift made his England U21 debut in 2015 and has since appeared in seven more matches, scoring one goal.
Swift is currently with Reading in the Premier League and is set to stay there until the end of the 2021 season. Swift has also represented England at U16, U17, U18, and U19 level.
Swift has been capped once by England, in a friendly against Wales in 2010. Swift is a hard working midfielder and is often used as a defensive midfielder.
Swift is a quick player with good passing ability and is known for his tackling. Swift is a versatile midfielder who can play in any position on the pitch.
Also Played For: west bromwich albion f.c
33. Iliman Ndiaye
Sheffield United F.C.
Career
- 2007–2009: Rouen Sapins
- 2009–2010: Rouen
- 2010–2014: Marseille
- 2014–2016: Dakar Sacré-Cœur
- 2016–2019: Boreham Wood
- 2019: Sheffield United
- 2020: Hyde United (loan)
- 2022: Senegal
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:46, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21
Iliman Ndiaye is a young attacking midfielder who currently plays for Sheffield United. Iliman Ndiaye started his career at Rouen Sapins before moving to Sheffield United in 2017.
Iliman Ndiaye is a versatile attacking midfielder who can play as an attacking midfielder or as a forward. Iliman Ndiaye is a fast and skilful attacking midfielder who can create chances for his team-mates.
Iliman Ndiaye is a young and promising attacking midfielder who will continue to develop in the future. Iliman Ndiaye is a talented attacking midfielder who can make a significant impact in the Premier League.
Iliman Ndiaye is a promising young attacking midfielder who has the potential to become a star in the Premier League.
Iliman Ndiaye is a talented and promising young attacking midfielder who has the potential to become a star in the Premier League.
Iliman Ndiaye is a talented and promising young attacking midfielder who has the potential to become a star in the Premier League.
34. Chris Willock
Queens Park Rangers F.C.
Career
- 2003–2016: Arsenal
- 2016–2017: Arsenal
- 2017–2020: Benfica B
- 2019–2020: → West Bromwich Albion (loan)
- 2020: → Huddersfield Town (loan)
- 2020–: Queens Park Rangers
- 2013–2014: England U16
- 2014–2015: England U17
- 2015–2016: England U18
- 2016–2017: England U19
- 2017–2018: England U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:42, 9 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10 September 2018
Chris Willock is a winger who currently plays for Queens Park Rangers. He started his youth career at Arsenal before spending two years at Fulham. Willock was called up to the England U19 team in 2015 and made his international debut that year.
He made his Premier League debut for Queens Park Rangers in 2016. Willock is also a member of the England U21 team.
Chris Willock is a young English player who has spent most of his career playing for Arsenal. He has made 64 appearances for Benfica B and has also played for West Bromwich Albion on a loan.
Despite not featuring for England at under-20 level, Willock was called up to the senior team for a few matches in 2018. He made his England debut in a 3-2 victory over Russia.
Willock is an attacking midfielder who is known for his speed and dribbling ability. He is also capable of scoring goals. Willock is a young player with a great future ahead of him. He is currently playing for Queens Park Rangers on a loan deal.
Also Played For: queens park rangers f.c
35. Daryl Dike
West Bromwich Albion F.C.
Career
- 2013–2015: Oklahoma FC
- 2018–2019: Virginia Cavaliers
- 2018: OKC Energy U23
- 2020–2021: Orlando City
- 2021: Barnsley (loan)
- 2022: West Bromwich Albion
- 2021: United States
Daryl Dike is a young striker who was born in Edmond, Oklahoma in 2000. Daryl Dike started his career with Oklahoma FC, making 36 appearances and scoring 15 goals in 2018-19.
Daryl Dike has played for the United States at Under-17, Under-20, and Under-23 level. Daryl Dike is West Bromwich Albion's 12th-choice striker and is yet to make his senior debut.
Daryl Dike is an American international footballer who plays for Orlando City in Major League Soccer. Daryl Dike started his career with Oklahoma City Energy in the United Soccer League.
Dike made his debut for the United States in a friendly against Portugal in November 2021. Daryl Dike is currently on loan at Barnsley in the Championship in England. Daryl Dike was part of the United States team that won the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2021.
Daryl Dike is a defensive midfielder and has played for Orlando City since they joined the MLS in 2020.
Daryl Dike is a regular for the United States and is expected to be a part of their squad for the 2022 World Cup. Daryl Dike is contracted to Orlando City until the end of the 2021 MLS season.
Daryl Dike is a versatile player who can play in any midfield position.
Also Played For: youth soccer, orlando city sc
36. Amad Diallo
Rangers F.C.
Career
- 2014–2015: Boca Barco
- 2015–2019: Atalanta
- 2021–2022: Manchester United
- 2019–2021: Atalanta
- 2021–: Manchester United
- 2022: → Rangers (loan)
- 2022–: → Sunderland (loan)
- 2021–: Ivory Coast U23
- 2021–: Ivory Coast
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:38, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11
Diallo is a young winger who has been with Manchester United since the age of 8. He made his first-team debut for Manchester United in 2019 and has since been on loan at Sunderland.
Diallo is a fast and skilful player who can be a threat on the wing. He was born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, and is of Guinean descent. Diallo has represented Ivory Coast at youth level.
He is a fast and skilful player who is capable of creating chances for his team. Diallo is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is expected to play a major role for Manchester United in the future.
He is a talented player who is expected to continue to develop in the next few years. Diallo is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is expected to play a major role for Manchester United in the future.
37. Jacob Greaves
Career
- 2019: Hull City
- 2019–: Hull City
- 2019–2020: → Cheltenham Town (loan)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:30, 18 February 2023 (UTC)
Jacob Greaves was born on September 12th, 2000 in Cottingham, England. He is a centre back and has played for a number of clubs including Arsenal, Birmingham City, and Southampton.
Greaves has represented England at youth level and was part of the England U17 side that won the European Championship in 2017. He has also been capped at U21 level, and made his international debut in March 2018.
Greaves iscurrently with Southampton, and is expected to be a first-team regular for the club in the coming season. Greaves is a hard-working defender who is determined to play at the highest level possible. He has been praised for his excellent positional sense and ball-playing ability.
Greaves is a versatile defender who can play either at centre back or as a defensive midfielder. Greaves is expected to be a major player for Southampton in the upcoming season.
38. Ilias Chair
Queens Park Rangers F.C.
Career
- 2007–2009: Club Brugge
- 2009–2014: JMG Academy Belgium
- 2014–2015: Lierse
- 2015–2017: Lierse
- 2017–: Queens Park Rangers
- 2018–2019: → Stevenage (loan)
- 2017: Morocco U20
- 2018: Morocco U23
- 2021–: Morocco
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:56, 3 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Ilias Chair was born on October 30th 1997 in Antwerp, Belgium. Ilias started his career at local side K.V. Kortrijk before moving to Belgian Pro League side Standard Liège in 2016.
In 2018, Ilias signed for Queens Park Rangers and has since made 19 appearances for the club. Ilias is a Belgium youth international and has represented his country at youth level including at the U19 European Championship.
Ilias is a versatile midfielder and can play as a central or attacking midfielder. Ilias is a hard-working player and is known for his attacking play. Ilias is a part of the Belgium U21 squad and is hoping to make his debut for the full national team soon.
Ilias is a promising young player and is expected to continue his development at QPR. Ilias is a promising young player and is expected to continue his development at QPR.
39. Christos Tzolis
FC Twente
Career
- 2006–2010: Doxa Pentalofos
- 2010–2016: PAOK
- 2016–2017: SG Rosenhöhe Offenbach
- 2017–2018: SV Alemannia Königstädten
- 2018–2020: PAOK
- 2019–2021: PAOK
- 2021: Norwich City
- 2022–2023: Twente (loan)
- 2018–2019: Greece U17
- 2019–2020: Greece U19
- 2022: Greece U21
- 2020: Greece
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 30 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22:30, 29 March 2022 (UTC)
Christos Tzolis is a talented winger who has been playing for PAOK since 2010. He has made a name for himself at various youth levels, including for Doxa Pentalofos.
In 2016, he joined Norwich City, and has since made several appearances for the first team. Christos Tzolis is a fast, skillful player who is sure to add some flair to Norwich City's lineup.
He is still young, and has plenty of potential to develop further in the sport. Christos Tzolis is a promising player who is sure to make a significant impact in the future. He is a versatile player who can play either as a winger or a forward.
Christos Tzolis is a fast, skillful player who is sure to add some flair to Norwich City's lineup. He is still young, and has plenty of potential to develop further in the sport.
40. Matheus Martins
Fluminense FC
Career
- 2012–2021: Fluminense
- 2021–2022: Fluminense
- 2023–: Udinese
- 2023–: → Watford (loan)
- 2019: Brazil U16
- 2021–: Brazil U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 08:55, 25 October 2022 (UTC)
Matheus Martins is a 19-year-old forward who currently plays for Watford on loan from Udinese. Matheus was born in Brazil and joined Udinese's youth academy at the age of 12.
He made his first-team debut in 2016 and has since scored six goals in 28 appearances for Udinese. Matheus joined Watford on loan in January and has made nine appearances for the club, scoring one goal.
He is Watford's second-highest scorer behind Troy Deeney and is considered one of the club's key players. Matheus is a fast, skillful forward who is capable of scoring goals from anywhere on the pitch. He is currently contracted to Udinese until 2020.
Matheus is a Brazilian international and was part of the Brazil U-17 team that won the 2013 South American Under-17 Championship. Matheus is Watford's second signing of the January transfer window and will be a key player for the club in the remainder of the season.
41. Robert Dickie
Oxford United F.C.
Career
- 2004–2014: Reading
- 2014–2018: Reading
- 2014–2015: → Basingstoke Town (loan)
- 2015–2017: → Cheltenham Town (loan)
- 2017–2018: → Lincoln City (loan)
- 2018–2020: Oxford United
- 2020–: Queens Park Rangers
- 2014: England U18
- 2014: England U19
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 28 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14:42, 7 May 2016 (UTC)
Robert Dickie is a 26-year-old defender who currently plays for Queens Park Rangers. Dickie started his career with Reading, where he made over 100 appearances before moving to QPR in 2014.
Dickie is a physical defender who is known for his strong aerial ability. Dickie has made one appearance for the England national team, coming on as a substitute in a 2018 World Cup qualifier against Lithuania.
Dickie is a keen sportsman, competing in triathlons and marathons. Dickie is a keen musician, playing the drums and the guitar. Dickie is married and has two children. Dickie is a supporter of Reading, his former club.
Dickie is an avid reader and enjoys spending time with his family. Robert Dickie is a talented left-back who has had a successful career in the English football league. He began his career with Reading before moving to Basingstoke Town on a loan spell.
He then spent two seasons with Cheltenham Town before joining Lincoln City on a loan spell. He then moved to Oxford United before joining Queens Park Rangers in 2018. He has made 76 appearances for Oxford United and 98 appearances for Queens Park Rangers.
He has represented England at both U18 and U19 levels.
42. Max Lowe
Derby County Football Club
Career
- 2013: Derby County
- 2013–2020: Derby County
- 2018: Shrewsbury Town (loan)
- 2018-2019: Aberdeen (loan)
- 2020: Sheffield United
- 2021–2022: Nottingham Forest (loan)
- 2012–2013: England U16
- 2013–2014: England U17
- 2014–2015: England U18
- 2016–2019: England U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:37, 12 February 2023 (UTC)
Max Lowe began his career at Derby County, making his debut in the 2013–14 season. After making over 30 appearances for the Rams, Lowe was signed by Sheffield United in the summer of 2016.
Lowe has played left-back for the Blades, but he is also capable of playing in midfield. Lowe has represented England at youth level, and he is hoping to make his senior debut in the near future.
Lowe is a hard-working player who is always looking to help his team. Lowe is a popular figure at Sheffield United, and he is looking to continue his good form this season. Lowe is an England under-21 international, and he is hoping to make his full international debut in the future.
Lowe is a versatile player, and he is capable of playing in a number of positions. Lowe is looking to improve his overall game this season, and he is hoping to help Sheffield United reach the playoffs.
43. Djed Spence
Middlesbrough F.C.
Career
- 2016–2018: Fulham
- 2018–2022: Middlesbrough
- 2021–2022: → Nottingham Forest (loan)
- 2022–: Tottenham Hotspur
- 2023–: → Rennes (loan)
- 2022–: England U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:57, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10
Djed Spence is a young English right-back who is currently on loan at Rennes from Tottenham Hotspur. Djed Spence has made a name for himself at youth level, winning caps for England at both under-17 and under-19 level.
Djed Spence is a physical defender with good positional sense, who is likely to play a big role for Rennes this season.
Djed Spence is a versatile defender, capable of playing anywhere along the back line. Djed Spence is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a good performance.
Djed Spence is likely to become a regular for England in the future. Djed Spence is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is sure to improve further as he continues to play.
Djed Spence is a promising defender with a lot of potential, and he is sure to become a regular for Tottenham Hotspur in the future.
Djed Spence is a talented defender with a lot of potential, and he is sure to become a star in the future.
44. Kyle Bartley
West Bromwich Albion F.C.
Career
- Fletcher Moss Rangers
- 2005–2007: Bolton Wanderers
- 2007–2009: Arsenal
- 2009–2012: Arsenal
- 2010: → Sheffield United (loan)
- 2010–2011: → Sheffield United (loan)
- 2011: → Rangers (loan)
- 2011–2012: → Rangers (loan)
- 2012–2018: Swansea City
- 2013–2014: → Birmingham City (loan)
- 2016–2017: → Leeds United (loan)
- 2018–: West Bromwich Albion
- 2006–2007: England U16
- 2008: England U17
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:49, 12 November 2022 (UTC)
Kyle Bartley is a central defender who currently plays for West Bromwich Albion in the English Premier League. Bartley began his career at Bolton Wanderers, before moving to West Bromwich Albion in 2013.
He has made over 100 appearances for both clubs and has been a regular in the English Premier League. Bartley is a versatile defender and has played in a number of positions for both clubs. Bartley is a strong defender who is capable of clearing balls from the penalty area.
Bartley is also known for his long range shooting, which he uses to score important goals. Bartley is a hard-working defender who is capable of defending in the midfield area.
Bartley is a versatile defender who can play in a number of positions. Bartley is a strong and versatile defender who is capable of defending in the midfield area and scoring important goals.
45. Shaun Hutchinson
Millwall F.C.
Career
- 2007: Wallsend Boys Club
- 2007–2009: Motherwell
- 2009–2014: Motherwell
- 2014–2016: Fulham
- 2016: Millwall
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13:39, 29 July 2022 (UTC)
Shaun Hutchinson is a centre back who currently plays for Millwall. He has played for a number of clubs, including Newcastle United and Manchester United, and has also represented England at youth level.
Shaun Hutchinson is known for his strong defensive play, and is often called upon to lead the Millwall defence. He has been with the club since 2010, and has played a significant role in their recent successes.
Shaun Hutchinson is a key player for Millwall, and is often counted on to provide leadership and stability on the field. He is considered to be one of the most promising young defenders in the English league, and is poised to continue his success in the future.
Shaun Hutchinson is a hard-working player, who always puts in a good effort on the pitch. He is a popular member of the Millwall squad, and is highly respected by his teammates and coaches.
Shaun Hutchinson is a dedicated player, who is always looking to improve his skills and performances.
Also Played For: millwall f.c
46. Charlie Cresswell
Leeds United
Career
- 2013–2020: Leeds United
- 2020–: Leeds United
- 2022–2023: Millwall (loan)
- 2021: England U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:25, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 20
Charlie Cresswell is a 20-year-old centre-back who currently plays for Millwall. Cresswell started his career with Preston North End, before joining Leeds United in 2017.
Cresswell made his Millwall debut in the EFL Cup in 2018, and has since made over 50 appearances for the club.
Cresswell has represented England at youth level, and has been called up to the senior team for friendlies against Netherlands and Croatia.
Cresswell is a regular for the England U19s, and has also played for the U21s. Cresswell is known for his competitive nature, and is often seen playing hardball with opponents. Cresswell is a strong defender, and is known for his ball-playing abilities.
Cresswell is considered to be a future England international, and is likely to continue playing at Millwall for many years to come. Cresswell is a versatile defender, and can play at both centre-back and right-back.
47. Joël Piroe
Swansea City A.F.C.
Career
- 2013: NEC
- 2013–2014: Feyenoord
- 2014–2019: PSV
- 2016–2021: Jong PSV
- 2019–2021: PSV
- 2019–2020: Sparta Rotterdam (loan)
- 2021: Swansea City
- 2013–2014: Netherlands U15
- 2015: Netherlands U16
- 2016: Netherlands U18
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U19
- 2018–2019: Netherlands U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:04, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 02
Joël Piroe is a Dutch forward who currently plays for Swansea City. Piroe started his career at SCE Nijmegen before moving to Quick 1888. Piroe then spent time at Woezik before joining NEC in 2013.
Piroe made his professional debut for NEC in the Eredivisie in 2016. Piroe has represented the Netherlands at youth level. Piroe is contracted to Swansea City until 2021. Piroe is a versatile forward who can play as a lone striker or in a supporting role.
Piroe is known for his pace and technical ability. Piroe is an exciting prospect who is still developing as a player.
Joël Piroe is a French-born Dutch professional footballer who plays for Dutch club PSV as a winger. He began his career at French club Lyon, before moving to Dutch side Feyenoord in 2013.
In 2019, Piroe signed for Dutch side Sparta Rotterdam on a season-long loan. He has also represented the Netherlands at youth level, making his senior international debut in 2013.
Piroe has been a regular starter for PSV since joining the club, and has scored over 33 goals in 74 appearances. He is a regular for the Netherlands national team, and has represented his country at both the U17 and U20 level.
Piroe is a fast and unpredictable winger who is known for his tricks and dribbling. He is a contender for the Dutch Golden Boot award, and is one of the most promising young players in European football.
Joël Piroe is a talented winger with a bright future, and is expected to make an impact for PSV in the future.
48. Jayden Bogle
Derby County F.C. under-18
Career
- 2016: Swindon Town
- 2016–2018: Derby County
- 2018–2020: Derby County
- 2020: Sheffield United
- 2019: England U20
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:44, 12 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21
Jayden Bogle is a young English footballer currently playing for Sheffield United. He started his career at Reading, before moving to Sheffield United in 2017.
He is predominantly a right-back, but has also played in midfield and at forward for United. He has represented England at youth level, and has also been called up to the U21 side.
Jayden is a hard-working defender who is looking to establish himself in the Sheffield United first team. He is known for his pace and ability to read the game, which has seen him become a regular in the United starting line-up.
He is a keen social media user, and often posts pictures and videos of himself and his team-mates.
Jayden is an England youth international, and is looking to continue his development with the senior side. He is a very popular player among United fans, and is known for his infectious personality and smile.
49. Gabriel Sara
Career
- 2013–2019: São Paulo
- 2017–2022: São Paulo
- 2022–: Norwich City
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:54, 15 February 2023 (UTC)
Gabriel Sara is an attacking midfielder who currently plays for Fluminense. Gabriel Sara was born in Brazil and developed his football skills in Joinville.
Gabriel Sara made his senior debut in 2015 and has since established himself as a key player for Fluminense. Gabriel Sara has represented Brazil at youth international level and is a popular figure with the Fluminense fans.
Gabriel Sara is contracted to Fluminense until 2020 and is a key part of the club's plans for the future.
Gabriel Sara is a versatile attacking midfielder who is capable of playing in a number of positions on the pitch. Gabriel Sara is known for his hard work off the pitch and his contribution to the Fluminense team.
Gabriel Sara is a young player with a lot of potential and he is currently developing as a footballer. Gabriel Sara is a talented attacking midfielder who is currently playing at the top level for Fluminense.
50. Okay Yokuşlu
Turkey national football team
Career
- 2002–2006: Karşıyaka
- 2006–2010: Altay
- 2010–2011: Altay
- 2011–2015: Kayserispor
- 2015–2018: Trabzonspor
- 2018–2022: Celta
- 2021: West Bromwich Albion (loan)
- 2022: Getafe (loan)
- 2022: West Bromwich Albion
- 2009: Turkey U15
- 2009–2010: Turkey U16
- 2009–2011: Turkey U17
- 2011–2013: Turkey U19
- 2012–2014: Turkey U20
- 2012–2015: Turkey U21
- 2015: Turkey
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:39, 30 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 September 2021
Okay Yokuşlu is a Turkish midfielder who currently plays for West Bromwich Albion. Yokuşlu was born in Konak, Izmir and started his career at Karşıyaka.
Yokuşlu joined Altay in 2006 and made over 100 appearances for the club before joining West Bromwich Albion in January 2018. Yokuşlu is a versatile midfielder who has played in both defence and midfield for his teams.
Yokuşlu has represented Turkey at youth level and is hopeful of soon making his international debut. Yokuşlu is a hard-working midfielder who is always willing to put in a good performance for his team.
Yokuşlu is a character player who is known for his infectious smile and positive attitude on and off the pitch.
Yokuşlu is a dedicated footballer who always puts in the extra effort in training and matches. Yokuşlu is a promising young midfielder who is set to continue playing at the highest level for many years to come.
Also Played For: turkey football team
51. Daniel Jebbison
Sheffield United F.C.
Career
- 2009–2017: ANB Futbol
- 2018–2020: Sheffield United
- 2020: Sheffield United
- 2020–2021: Chorley (loan)
- 2021–2022: Burton Albion (loan)
- 2021: England U18
- 2021–2022: England U19
- 2022: England U20
Daniel Jebbison is a Canadian forward who currently plays for Sheffield United in the English Premier League. Daniel Jebbison began his career with ANB Futbol, before joining Sheffield United in 2018.
Daniel Jebbison has made two appearances for Sheffield United so far in the 2018-19 season. Daniel Jebbison is a forward with good pace and dribbling skills, who is likely to add goals to Sheffield United's attacking options.
Daniel Jebbison is likely to be a key player for Sheffield United in the Premier League this season. Daniel Jebbison is an English professional football player who currently plays for Burton Albion. He has represented England at various youth levels.
He has had loan spells at both Chorley and Burton Albion. He has made one appearance for England's senior side. Daniel Jebbison is a versatile footballer who can play anywhere in the midfield. He is a hard-working player who is always looking to win the ball.
Daniel Jebbison is a promising young midfielder with a bright future. He is a popular player with the Burton Albion fans. Daniel Jebbison is a versatile and hard-working midfielder who is looking to establish himself at the higher levels of English football.
Final Words
The English Football League Championship is the highest division of the English Football League and is the second tier of the English football league system behind the Premier League.
The Championship was formed in 1992, following the abolition of the Football League Third Division. The Championship has been won by a total of twenty-four clubs, with Manchester United the most successful with thirteen titles.
The current champions are Leeds United, who won the title in 2016-17.
