Jeff Schlupp

German footballer and Premier League player

Jeff Schlupp - German footballer and Premier League player
Born

December 23rd, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Played as a winger and left-back. Began professional career with Leicester City in 2011. Contributed to Leicester City's historic Premier League title in the 2015-2016 season. Made over 100 appearances for the club before transferring to Crystal Palace in 2020. Featured in the England national youth teams at various levels.

Won the Premier League with Leicester City in 2016

Played over 100 matches for Leicester City

Transferred to Crystal Palace in 2020

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