Zach Mitchell

Zach Joseph Mitchell (born 9 January 2005) is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for club St Johnstone on loan from club Charlton Athletic.

Career

Charlton Athletic Coming through the youth system of Charlton Athletic, Mitchell penned his first professional contract with the club on 27 July 2022.

Mitchell made his professional debut for Charlton, playing the first 65 minutes of a 2–1 EFL Trophy victory at home against Brighton & Hove Albion U21 on 2 November 2022.

Mitchell made his second appearance for the club just four days later, on 5 November 2022, coming off the bench after just 18 minutes for the injured Terell Thomas, in the 4–1 FA Cup first round victory over Coalville Town.

On 18 October 2024, Mitchell signed a new two-and-a-half year contract keeping him at the club until 2027 with a club option of an extra year.

Colchester United (loan) On 1 September 2023, Mitchell joined Colchester United on a season-long loan.

St Johnstone (first loan) On 3 February 2025, Mitchell joined St Johnstone on loan until the end of the 2024–25 season.

Hibernian (loan) On 5 September 2025, Mitchell joined Hibernian on loan until the end of the 2025–26 season.

On 19 January 2026, Mitchell was recalled from his loan by Charlton Athletic having only made two first-team appearances for Hibernian since joining.

St Johnstone (second loan) On 6 July 2026, Mitchell returned to St Johnstone on loan until the end of the 2026–27 season.

International On 15 December 2019 Mitchell represented the England U15 team against Turkey.

Personal life Mitchell is the brother of Sheffield Wednesday player Billy Mitchell.

Career statistics + Appearances and goals by club, season and competition

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2022–23 League One

2023–24 League One

2024–25 League One

2025–26 Championship

2026–27 Championship

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