Jack O’Connell is a former professional footballer who is famous for his strong performances as a centre-back, especially with Sheffield United.
He is best known for playing a key role in helping Sheffield United gain promotion to the Premier League in 2019, a career highlight.
Although his time on the field was shortened due to a knee injury that forced him to retire in 2023, he remains popular in the football world.
O’Connell has also attracted attention through his relationship with English footballer Alex Greenwood, who went on to have a successful career with the England national team and Manchester City.
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- Full name: Jack William O’Connell
- Date of birth: March 29, 1994
- Age as of 2024: 30 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Liverpool, England
- Nationality: English
- Occupation: Former professional soccer player
- Height: 6 feet 3 inches
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Three brothers
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Dating Alex Greenwood
- Religion: Christianity
- Ethnicity: White
- Net worth: 3 million USD
Early life and education
Jack O’Connell was born on March 29, 1994 in Liverpool, England and is currently 30 years old.
Raised by his mother along with his three brothers, O’Connell grew up in a humble environment, developing an interest in football at a young age.
He attended Savio Salesian College in Bootle, where he met his long-term partner, Alex Greenwood, a professional footballer.
O’Connell joined the Blackburn Rovers academy as a youngster and he began to shape his professional career from there. Ethnically, he identifies as white and Christian.
Personal life
Jack O’Connell had a long-term relationship with fellow footballer Alex Greenwood, whom he met during their time at Savio Salesian College.
The couple has been dating since around 2019 even though they had known each other for many years before that.
Although the couple has not yet married or had children as of 2024, their relationship remains strong and they are both very supportive of each other’s careers.
Career
Jack O’Connell began his football journey with Blackburn Rovers’ youth academy before moving out on loan to clubs such as York City, Rotherham United and Rochdale.
His breakthrough came in 2016 when he signed for Sheffield United. O’Connell was an important player in the team’s promotion to the Premier League in 2019.
Known for his strong defense, he was celebrated as a key factor in the team’s success during that period.
Unfortunately, a nagging knee injury sidelined him for two years, ultimately leading to his retirement from professional competition in 2023.
Net worth
Jack O’Connell’s net worth is estimated to be around $3 million.
His income mainly comes from his professional football career, especially during his time in the Premier League with Sheffield United.
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