Jude Soonsup-Bell


Jude Jacob Soonsup-Bell is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for club Grimsby Town. Born in England, he plays for the Thailand national team.

Early life

Born in Chippenham, Soonsup-Bell started his career at local side Calne Town, before joining Swindon Town. He moved to Chelsea at under-13 level.

Club career

Chelsea

Initially a midfielder, Soonsup-Bell was converted into a forward in the Chelsea academy. This change was beneficial for both Chelsea and Soonsup-Bell, as he progressed into a prolific striker, notably scoring four goals in an 8–1 FA Youth Cup win over Barnsley - the first Chelsea player to score four goals in this competition since Roger Bill in 1961.
At the age of 16, he was playing regularly for Chelsea's under-23 squad, and was seen as one of Chelsea's best young players. He signed his first professional contract in January 2021, having trained with the first team in preparation for their FA Cup third round tie with Morecambe.
Soonsup-Bell made his Chelsea debut on 22 December 2021 in the quarterfinals of the EFL Cup, starting in a 2–0 win against Brentford.

Tottenham Hotspur

On 30 January 2023, it was confirmed that Soonsup-Bell had signed a contract with Tottenham Hotspur.

Córdoba

On 22 August 2024, following a successful season in Premier League 2, Soonsup-Bell joined Segunda División club Córdoba.
On 3 February 2025, Soonsup-Bell was loaned to Atlético Sanluqueño in the third tier until the end of the season. On 30 March, he scored his first senior goal in a 4–2 victory over Antequera CF. On 25 July, he terminated his contract with Córdoba.

Grimsby Town

On 11 August 2025, Soonsup-Bell joined Grimsby Town on a one-year deal, with an option for a further year.

International career

Soonsup-Bell is of Thai and Welsh descent through his mother, and English and Irish descent through his father. He has played for England at under-15, under-16, under-18 and under-19 level. He is the second highest goal-scorer for the England U16s, behind Jadon Sancho, with six goals in seven appearances.
In November 2025, Soonsup-Bell officially accepted a call-up to the Thailand national team. On 6 November 2025, his request to switch international allegiance to Thailand was approved by FIFA. Soonsup-Bell make his debut for Thailand in a friendly match against Singapore on 13 November 2025 which he missed a penalty at the end of the game.
Soonsup-Bell scored his first international goals with a brace on 18 November against Sri Lanka during the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualification at the Colombo Racecourse.

Career statistics

International goals

#DateVenueOpponentScoreResultCompetition
1.18 November 2025Colombo Racecourse, Colombo, Sri Lanka2–04–02027 AFC Asian Cup qualification
2.18 November 2025Colombo Racecourse, Colombo, Sri Lanka4–04–02027 AFC Asian Cup qualification