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Phil Jones - Manchester United defender - Player profile & stats |
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| Name: Phillip Anthony "Phil" Jones |
Nationality: England |
| Position: defender |
Signing Information: Transferred from: Blackburn Rovers, 13/06/2011, 16.5m |
| Birthdate: 21-02-1992 |
Years at Club: 2011-2023 |
| Age: (33) |
Debut: 07/08/2011 v Manchester City (Wembley) 3-2 (Charity Shield) |
| Birthplace: Preston, England |
Previous clubs: Blackburn Rovers |
| Height: 5' 11" (1.80m) |
Farewell to Manchester United: Released from contract, 30/06/2023 |
| Weight: 11st 3lbs (71.2kg) |
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Philip Anthony Jones, born on February 21, 1992, in Preston, England, rose through the ranks of English football with determination and resilience. He began his youth career at Blackburn Rovers, where his defensive capabilities quickly caught the attention of football scouts. Jones made his first-team debut for Blackburn Rovers in 2009, playing as a central defender. His impressive performances, marked by strong tackles and composure on the ball, helped him secure a regular spot in the starting lineup. His breakthrough season came in the 2010-11 Premier League campaign, drawing significant interest from top clubs.
In June 2011, Jones signed for Manchester United in a £16.5 million transfer. His versatility allowed him to play as a central defender, right-back, and defensive midfielder. Jones made an instant impact, contributing to United's Premier League title win in the 2012-13 season under Sir Alex Ferguson.
Jones enjoyed several memorable seasons at Old Trafford. He was known for his fearless defending, last-ditch tackles, and a never-say-die attitude. Jones played a key role in United's 2016 FA Cup victory, the 2017 EFL Cup win, and the UEFA Europa League triumph the same year.
Jones earned his first England cap in 2011, becoming a regular squad member over the next decade. He represented England at UEFA Euro 2012, the 2014 FIFA World Cup, and the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where England reached the semi-finals.
In 2023, Jones left Manchester United after 10 seasons, having made over 229 appearances for the club. Following his departure from Manchester United, Jones pursued coaching and mentoring roles, sharing his experiences with young players, Jones also works as a pundit. His legacy remains as a player who gave everything on the pitch, earning respect for his dedication and fighting spirit. |
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League Cup |
FA Cup |
Charity Shield |
European Cup |
Europa League |
Super Cup |
Cup Winners Cup |
Inter-Continental Cup |
World Clubs Cup |
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Season
Goals |
Season
Apps |
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2011-2012 |
1 |
29 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
1 |
6 |
0 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
41 |
| 2 |
2012-2013 |
0 |
17 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
24 |
| 3 |
2013-2014 |
1 |
26 |
1 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
1 |
8 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
39 |
| 4 |
2014-2015 |
0 |
22 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
24 |
| 5 |
2015-2016 |
0 |
10 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
13 |
| 6 |
2016-2017 |
0 |
18 |
0 |
3 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
26 |
| 7 |
2017-2018 |
0 |
23 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
25 |
| 8 |
2018-2019 |
0 |
18 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
24 |
| 9 |
2019-2020 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
8 |
| 10 |
2021-2022 |
0 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
5 |
| TOTALS |
2 |
169 |
1 |
12 |
1 |
15 |
0 |
2 |
2 |
22 |
0 |
9 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
6 |
229 |
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