Joseph James is a professional footballer who plays as a defender for Bristol City of the EFL Championship.
Early life
From Weston Super Mare, James joined Bristol City at the age of eight years-old, having also declined an offer to join Southampton. He progressed through the age-group teams at Bristol City, predominantly playing at right-back.
Career
James began to be included in Bristol City first-team match day squads in October 2023. Prior to his debut he received praise from manager Nigel Pearson who predicted he had “a bright future” and noted his “composure”. He made his professional debut aged 17 years-old, on 25 October 2023, in the EFL Championship at home against Ipswich Town. He made his first league start in the following fixture, away in the league against Cardiff City on 28 October 2023.
Style of play
James is considered capable of playing as a right-back or right-sided centre half.
References
Date of birth unknown
Living people
English men's footballers
Men's association football defenders
Bristol City F.C. players
Place of birth missing (living people) English Football League players