Joleon Lescott
Born: August 16, 1982 (age 39)
Height: 6' 2" (188cm)
Hometown: Birmingham, England
Nationality: 
English
EnglishPosition: Centre-back
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Youth | 1999-2000 | Wolverhampton Wanderers |
| Senior | 2000-2006 | Wolverhampton Wanderers |
| 2006-2009 | Everton | |
| 2009-2014 | Manchester City | |
| 2014-2015 | West Bromwich Albion | |
| 2015-2016 | Aston Villa | |
| 2016 | AEK Athens | |
| 2017 | Sunderland | |
| International | 2007-2013 | England |
Sports Mole has 578 articles about Joleon Lescott. Articles 1 to 40:
Exclusive: Nedum Onuoha on Sunderland's League One playoff final challenge
Nedum Onuoha tells Sports Mole that his former club Sunderland will have the right mentality for Saturday's League One playoff final and hopes they can rise to the occasion at Wembley.
May 17, 07:10
Sergio Aguero to become Manchester City ambassador?
Manchester City are reportedly set to offer club legend Sergio Aguero a role as an ambassador, following his retirement from football.
Jan 8, 18:44
England U21 coach Joleon Lescott has long-term plans to be a sporting director
Joleon Lescott is eager to follow in Les Ferdinand's footsteps and become a director of football.
Sep 9, 10:30
Glenn Hoddle: Harry Kane's future needs sorting out one way or the other
The England captain has voiced his desire to leave Tottenham.
Aug 12, 18:39
Joleon Lescott hails Ruben Dias's immediate impact at Man City
The Portugal centre-back's impact has been immediate with a much more defensively resilient City emerging as strong Premier League title favourites.
Feb 5, 22:49
Joleon Lescott embroiled in transfer mix-up with Racing Murcia
It is understood Joleon Lescott agreed to play in what he thought was a friendly.
Nov 27, 19:51
Friday's Transfer Talk Update: Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Ricky Massara, Eric Dier
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Feb 14, 06:57
Joleon Lescott suggests Jack Grealish should snub Manchester United move
Joleon Lescott questions whether Manchester United would be the right club for Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish.
Feb 13, 20:43
West Ham United boss David Moyes hints at possible Declan Rice sale
Manager David Moyes admits that West Ham United may sell Declan Rice in the future, despite the youngster holding a long-term contract with the Hammers.
Feb 10, 09:53
Lescott: 'All players are equally important to Man City's success'
No City players were included on the shortlist for FIFA's Best Men's Player award.
Aug 6, 16:03
David James calls for football fans to 'think twice' before gambling
James took part in the final of the Bet Regret Cup, promoting safer gambling.
Aug 4, 21:22
Man City are still in Premier League title race, says ex-player Joleon Lescott
Lescott won the league trophy twice as a City player, in 2012 and 2014.
Jan 31, 13:58
Joleon Lescott: 'David de Gea will retain his spot for the knockout stages'
Former England defender Joleon Lescott believes that David de Gea will keep his place in the Spanish team for the knockout stages of the World Cup.
Jun 25, 21:44
Joleon Lescott backs Darren Moore for West Bromwich Albion job
Former West Bromwich Albion defender Joleon Lescott backs Darren Moore to be given the head coach position at The Hawthorns on a permanent basis.
Apr 30, 17:03
David Moyes hopes Jordan Hugill will make "big impact"
West Ham United manager David Moyes hopes to see Jordan Hugill make a "big impact" when called upon after bringing in the £10m striker from Preston North End.
Feb 2, 18:53
Joleon Lescott eager to extend playing career
Former England international Joleon Lescott is still keen to play professional football and claims that he "could be ready to play with a month's training".
Jan 14, 17:45
Joleon Lescott: 'Liverpool defence better than Manchester City's'
Former Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott insists that the Citizens currently have a weaker defence than weekend opponents Liverpool.
Sep 6, 19:14
Joleon Lescott keen on proposed new Premier League transfer rules
Joleon Lescott is in favour of a proposed new plan forbidding Premier League clubs from being able to sign players once the new season is underway.
Aug 15, 20:52
Phil Neville: 'Everton the team to watch next season'
Former captain Phil Neville believes that Everton now have the perfect blend of experience and youth to challenge for trophies under "brilliant manager" Ronald Koeman.
Jul 18, 14:56
Result: Champions Chelsea sign off with big win over Sunderland on John Terry farewell
Michy Batshuayi comes off the bench to score twice for Chelsea in their 5-1 final-day win over Sunderland at Stamford Bridge.
May 21, 16:55
Team News: John Terry starts final Chelsea match
John Terry is handed a start in his final Chelsea game as the Blues welcome Sunderland this afternoon.
May 21, 14:04
David Moyes 'to overhaul Sunderland squad'
Sunderland boss David Moyes reportedly tells Black Cats chairman Ellis Short that he wants "an entirely new team" for the 2017-18 Championship season.
May 4, 15:30
Preview: Sunderland vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Sunderland and Manchester City at the Stadium of Light.
Mar 3, 14:50
Joleon Lescott: 'My experience is an asset'
Sunderland defender Joleon Lescott says that his wealth of Premier League experience can help the side avoid the drop this season.
Feb 8, 15:25
Team News: Crystal Palace unchanged for Sunderland visit
Crystal Palace manager Sam Allardyce keeps faith with his starting XI for the relegation six-pointer with Sunderland.
Feb 4, 14:10
Team News: Son Heung-min in for Tottenham Hotspur, Hugo Lloris out ill
Son Heung-min earns a recall to the Tottenham Hotspur lineup for the trip to Sunderland, while Hugo Lloris misses out with illness.
Jan 31, 18:50
Live Commentary: Sunderland 0-0 Tottenham Hotspur - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of the goalless draw between Sunderland and Tottenham Hotspur at the Stadium of Light.
Jan 31, 18:45
Everton pair Darron Gibson, Bryan Oviedo 'to undergo Sunderland medicals'
Everton pair Darron Gibson and Bryan Oviedo are reportedly due to have medicals ahead of transfers to Sunderland.
Jan 30, 09:54
Sunderland sign defender Joleon Lescott on short-term deal
Sunderland announce the signing of experienced defender Joleon Lescott on a short-term deal until the end of the season.
Jan 24, 11:38
Sunderland to swoop for Robbie Keane, Joleon Lescott?
Sunderland are reportedly hoping to bring in veterans Robbie Keane and Joleon Lescott this month.
Jan 22, 18:03
Joleon Lescott training with Sunderland
Free agent defender Joleon Lescott is training with Sunderland in an effort to earn a short-term deal with the club.
Jan 20, 13:53
Joleon Lescott's contract terminated by AEK Athens after three months
Joleon Lescott's contract is terminated by AEK Athens after just three months at the club.
Nov 24, 17:07
Joleon Lescott completes move to AEK Athens from Aston Villa
Aston Villa defender Joleon Lescott completes a move to Greek club AEK Athens.
Aug 29, 10:23
Aston Villa outcast Joleon Lescott set for Athens move?
Aston Villa defender Joleon Lescott is thought to be on the verge of a move to Greek side AEK Athens.
Aug 28, 13:55
Aston Villa defender Joleon Lescott 'rejects move to Rangers'
Aston Villa defender Joleon Lescott reportedly turns down a move to Rangers due to family reasons.
Aug 19, 12:04
Mark Warburton "optimistic" about Joleon Lescott, Joe Garner moves
Rangers manager Mark Warburton is "optimistic" about his side's chances of signing Joleon Lescott and Joe Garner from Aston Villa and Preston respectively.
Aug 18, 22:26
Joleon Lescott offered Rangers move?
Wantaway Aston Villa midfielder Joleon Lescott is reportedly courted by Scottish Premiership giants Rangers.
Aug 16, 15:31
Video: Sports Mole Reader Awards - Worst Signing of the Season
See who you voted for as the Premier League's Worst Signing of the Season in the 2015-16 Sports Mole Reader Awards.
May 16, 20:00
Result: Dusan Tadic double helps Southampton edge out Aston Villa
Southampton register a 4-2 victory over already-relegated Aston Villa to maintain their hopes of qualifying for next season's Europa League.
Apr 23, 16:56
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