Joe Whitworth

Joseph Charles Whitworth (born 29 February 2004) is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for club Wigan Athletic.

Club career

Crystal Palace Initially on the books of AFC Wimbledon, Whitworth moved to the Crystal Palace academy in 2016. In January 2023, he signed a contract extension with Palace, after working his way up through their youth teams. He made his senior debut for Palace in a Premier League match against Brighton & Hove Albion on 15 March 2023. In doing so, he became their youngest ever goalkeeper in the Premier League and 5th-youngest in all competitions. At the end of the 24/25 season, he was awarded the club's Player of the Season award.

On 10 July 2025, Whitworth joined Exeter City on another season-long loan deal.

On 10 January 2026, Whitworth was involved in the largest scoreline defeat since 1987 conceding 10 goals against Manchester City.

Wigan Athletic He joined EFL League One club Wigan Athletic on 1 September 2026 on a deal valid until 2029.

International career Whitworth is a youth international for England, having won caps from the under-15s through up to the under-18s team. He was called into the under-19s squad in September 2022.

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