Jordi Osei-Tutu


Jordi Martin Emmanuel Osei-Tutu is an English professional footballer who plays as a full-back or winger for club Bolton Wanderers.

Career

Arsenal

In July 2015, Osei-Tutu joined the youth academy of Arsenal from Reading. He signed his first professional contract in October 2015.

Loan to VfL Bochum

In June 2019, it was announced that he would join German second-division club VfL Bochum on loan for the 2019–20 season. On 9 July 2019, in his second appearance for Bochum, Osei-Tutu was racially abused in a friendly against Swiss club St. Gallen, causing him to temporarily leave the field of play. Osei-Tutu made his professional debut for Bochum in the 2. Bundesliga on 28 July 2019, starting in the 3–1 away defeat against Jahn Regensburg. He scored his first goal in his professional career in a 3–1 win over SV Wehen Wiesbaden on 24 August.
Over the course of the loan spell, Osei-Tutu made 21 appearances, scored five goals and provided three assists.

Loan to Cardiff City

On 25 August 2020, Osei-Tutu joined Championship side Cardiff City on a season-long loan deal. He made his debut in a 3–0 loss against Northampton Town in the first round of the Carabao Cup on 5 September 2020. After seven appearances, he had suffered a serious hamstring injury in mid-October and kept him out of the team since then.

Loan to Nottingham Forest

On 10 August 2021, Osei-Tutu moved to Championship club Nottingham Forest on a season-long loan. On 6 January 2022, his loan was terminated after struggling with injuries during his spell at the club.

Loan to Rotherham United

On 31 January 2022, Osei-Tutu moved to EFL League One club Rotherham United on loan until the end of the season.

Return to VfL Bochum

On 23 June 2022, VfL Bochum announced the return of Osei-Tutu on a free transfer, with Osei-Tutu signing a three-year deal.

Loan to PAS Giannina

On 22 January 2024, Osei-Tutu moved on loan to PAS Giannina in Greece.

Bolton Wanderers

On 8 August 2024, Osei-Tutu signed for League One club Bolton Wanderers for an undisclosed fee on an initial two-year deal.

Personal life

Osei-Tutu was born in Slough, Berkshire and is of Ghanaian descent. He is also younger cousin of Brentford FC legend Lloyd Owusu.

Honours

Rotherham United