Justin Ferizaj


Justin Ferizaj is an Irish professional footballer who plays as a left midfielder or attacking midfielder for EFL League Two club Crawley Town.

Club career

Early career

Born in Dublin to Albanian parents, Ferizaj joined St. Kevin's Boys F.C. as a child before moving to Tallaght-based club Shamrock Rovers.

Shamrock Rovers

Having progressed through the academy, he made his league debut in the 2022 season, in a 2–1 win over St Patrick's Athletic at Richmond Park. The same year, he went on trial with German side Hamburg, before turning down a contract offer from Italian side Sampdoria. After impressive performances, being lauded for his ability to step up to senior level, he signed a new contract with Shamrock Rovers in July 2022. Ferizaj spent time on trial at Tottenham Hotspur during the off season from Rovers, after receiving permission from the club. He scored his first goal at senior level on 13 March 2023, in a 2–1 Leinster Senior Cup defeat away to Bray Wanderers at the Carlisle Grounds.

Frosinone

On 22 August 2023, Ferizaj officially joined Serie A club Frosinone for an undisclosed fee. He was initially assigned to their Under-19 squad.

Bray Wanderers

On 31 July 2025, Ferizaj returned home to sign for League of Ireland First Division club Bray Wanderers, joining his brother Richard who also plays for the club.
On 1 August, Ferizaj made his debut for Bray, coming off the bench against Treaty United. In the 94th minute of the game, with the score at 2–2, Ferizaj's shot from outside the box was deflected in by his brother Richard to seal a 3–2 win for Bray. On 5 September 2025, Ferizaj scored his first goal for Bray, opening in the scoring in a 3−1 win at home to Athlone Town, he also assisted his side's 2nd and 3rd goals.

Crawley Town

On 26 January 2026, Ferizaj signed a two-and-a-half year contract with EFL League Two club Crawley Town.

International career

Ferizaj is eligible to represent either the Republic of Ireland or Albania. He has represented the Republic of Ireland at youth international level.