Jay Mingi

Jade Jay Mingi (born 22 October 2000) is an English footballer who plays as a right-back or centre-back for club Stockport County.

Career Mingi came through West Ham United's academy before joining Charlton Athletic on a professional contract in 2019 after being released by West Ham.

Charlton Athletic He made his debut for Charlton Athletic on 30 September 2020 in a 1–1 EFL Trophy draw with Brighton U21, before scoring his first goal the following match as Charlton defeated Leyton Orient 3–1, again in the EFL Trophy. Mingi joined Maidenhead United on a one-month loan on 5 October 2021.

Mingi made his first league start for Portsmouth in a 1–0 victory over Forest Green Rovers in October 2022. Mingi scored his first goal for Portsmouth, with the opening goal of a 3–0 EFL Trophy victory over Stevenage on 13 December. Having suffered an injury in January 2023, Mingi returned to fitness in March 2023 but failed to make a further league appearance for the club, having made 17 league appearances that season prior to his injury. with Portsmouth reportedly receiving a five-figure compensation package.

Stockport County On 14 June 2024, Mingi joined EFL League One club Stockport County on a three-year contract,

On 1 September 2025, Mingi joined League Two club Crewe Alexandra on a season-long loan deal, making his club debut the following day in Crewe's 7–1 defeat of Chesterfield in an EFL Trophy group stage game. He returned to his parent club on 23 January, allowing him to join National League side Forest Green Rovers on loan for the remainder of the season.

Style of play Mingi plays as a midfielder. He has been noted for his ball-carrying ability.