Who Is Jay Emmanuel-Thomas?




Jay Emmanuel-Thomas is an English professional footballer who plays as a striker or winger for League Two club Grimsby Town. He is a product of the Arsenal Academy and has previously played for Bristol City, Ipswich Town, Queens Park Rangers, and Gillingham.
Emmanuel-Thomas was born in Forest Gate, London, England, on December 27, 1990. He began his career with Arsenal's youth academy and made his professional debut for the club in 2009. He spent four years with Arsenal, making 18 appearances and scoring three goals.
In 2013, Emmanuel-Thomas joined Bristol City on a free transfer. He made 76 appearances for the club, scoring 21 goals. In 2016, he joined Ipswich Town on a three-year deal. He made 68 appearances for the club, scoring 14 goals.
In 2019, Emmanuel-Thomas joined Queens Park Rangers on a two-year deal. He made 49 appearances for the club, scoring 11 goals. In 2021, he joined Gillingham on a one-year deal. He made 33 appearances for the club, scoring four goals.
In 2022, Emmanuel-Thomas joined Grimsby Town on a one-year deal. He has made 16 appearances for the club, scoring three goals.
Emmanuel-Thomas is a versatile forward who can play as a striker or winger. He is a good finisher and is also a good dribbler and passer. He is a good addition to any team and has the potential to be a key player for Grimsby Town.