Dover Athletic are delighted to announce the signing of defender Jalen Jones ahead of the 2025/26 season.

Dover Athletic are pleased to welcome towering centre-half Jalen Jones to the club. Standing at 6ft 7in, Jones arrives after an impressive 2024/25 season with Oxford City, where he made 38 appearances and scored four goals. A product of Crystal Palace’s academy (and coached by Mike Sandmann), Jones has previous spells at Worthing, Braintree, Cray Wanderers, and Aveley. Internationally capped 14 times for Guyana he is known for his aerial dominance and composure on the ball. Jones adds significant strength to Dover’s back line as Jake Leberl’s side prepares for the season ahead.

Jake Leberl has said:

Delighted to have Jalen Jones with us for the upcoming season. He’s an imposing centre-half who’s dominant in both boxes and brings plenty of Step 2 experience, while still being at a great age with his best years ahead of him. Mike’s previous work with Jalen was a big factor in helping us bring him here, especially with the number of other options he had. If Jalen can settle into the culture we’ve created, we believe he’ll play a big part in what promises to be an exciting season.

Don’t miss your chance to sponsor Jalen this season. Home £100, Away £90, Home and Away £180. To purchase, please contact the office by phone on 01304822373, or alternatively pop into reception on a matchday.