Joseph Charles Whitworth (born 29 February 2004) is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for EFL League One side Exeter City on loan from Premier League club Crystal Palace.
Club career
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.
On 16 July 2024, Whitworth joined League One club Exeter City on a season-long loan deal.
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.
Career statistics
- As of match played 8 March 2025
References
External links
- Profile at the Crystal Palace F.C. website
- Joe Whitworth – UEFA competition record (archive)
