Jacob Slater

Jacob Vaughan Slater (born 5 October 2004) is an Irish footballer who plays as a left-back for club Tranmere Rovers.

Career Preston North End Slater joined the Preston North End academy at under-12s level, signing a scholarship in June 2021.

On 9 August 2022, Slater made his professional debut in a 4–1 EFL Cup victory over Huddersfield Town. Having continued to be involved with the first-team squad, he was rewarded with a first professional two-year contract in September 2022.

Brighton & Hove Albion On 29 July 2023, Slater signed for the youth academy of Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. In June 2026 it was announced that he had been released by Brighton having not made a first team appearance, although he was an unused substitute thrice.

Harrogate Town loan On 1 September 2025, Slater joined League Two club Harrogate Town on a season-long loan deal. He made his debut in a 2–0 victory over Shrewsbury Town on 20 September in a performance labelled as "immense" by manager Simon Weaver.

Tranmere Rovers On 25 June 2026, it was announced that Slater would join EFL League Two club Tranmere Rovers on 1 July 2026, signing a two-year contract.

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