Joe Gomez

Name in home country: Joseph Dave Gomez

Date of birth/Age: May 23, 1997 (27)

Place of birth: London England

Height: 1,88 m

Citizenship: England The Gambia

Position: Defender - Centre-Back

Foot: Right

Current club: Liverpool FC

Joined: Jul 1, 2015

Contract expires: Jun 30, 2027

Last contract extension: Jul 7, 2022

Joe Gomez is an English professional footballer known for his versatility and defensive prowess, primarily playing as a defender for Liverpool FC in the Premier League and for the England national team.

Early Life and Career Start:

Birth: Born on May 23, 1997, in Catford, Greater London, to a Gambian father and an English mother.

Youth Career: Gomez joined Charlton Athletic's academy at the age of 10. He progressed quickly, playing for the under-18 team at just 13 years old. His first-team debut for Charlton was in the 2014-15 League Cup at 17, under manager Bob Peeters.

Move to Liverpool:

Transfer: In June 2015, Liverpool signed Gomez for a fee of £3.5 million. His versatility was evident as he played across the backline in his debut season, starting at right-back and left-back before an injury curtailed his season.

Injuries and Resilience

Injury Challenges: Gomez's career has been marked by several significant injuries:

2015: Suffered a torn ACL while on England U21 duty, sidelining him for most of the season.

2016: An Achilles injury further delayed his return.

2018: An ankle injury meant he missed the end of the season, including the Champions League final.

2020: A knee tendon injury while with the England senior team kept him out for the rest of the season.

Despite these setbacks, Gomez has shown remarkable resilience, returning to form and becoming a key player for Liverpool.

Achievements with Liverpool

Trophies: Gomez has been part of several successful campaigns with Liverpool:

Premier League: 2019-20

UEFA Champions League: 2019

FIFA Club World Cup: 2019

UEFA Super Cup: 2019

FA Cup: 2022

EFL Cup: 2022, 2024

Community Shield: 2022

Performances: He has been lauded for his performances, particularly in seasons where Liverpool achieved significant successes. His ability to play multiple defensive positions has been crucial, especially during times of injury crises in the squad.

International Career

England: Gomez has represented England at various youth levels and was part of the team that won the 2014 UEFA European Under-17 Championship. He made his senior debut in November 2017 and has been a sporadic but valuable part of the squad since.

Current Status and Role

As of 2025: Gomez remains a significant player for Liverpool, having signed a new five-year contract in 2022. His versatility has seen him play across the defense, filling in for injured players like Virgil van Dijk or Trent Alexander-Arnold. His leadership qualities and composure have been highlighted, especially when he's had to step up in critical matches or during injury absences of other key defenders.

Injury Updates: Recent updates mention Gomez dealing with injuries, but he's expected to return to form. His current role might see him as a first-choice backup or starter depending on the health of other defenders.

Fan and Expert Opinion: On platforms like X, there's a recognition of Gomez's contributions, with fans and analysts praising his resilience and versatility, although there's also acknowledgment of the impact injuries have had on his consistency.