Nathan Bishop


Nathan James Bishop is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for club AFC Wimbledon. He has previously played in the English Football League for Southend United and Mansfield Town.

Club career

Southend United

Bishop was born in Hillingdon, Greater London. He joined Southend United at a young age and first appeared in the first-team squad towards the end of the 2016–17 campaign, appearing as an unused substitute. Following this, Bishop spent time on trial at West Ham United, but was unable to secure a contract and instead returned to Southend for the 2017–18 campaign.
On 23 December 2017, Bishop went on to make his professional debut during Southend's 3–1 away defeat against Scunthorpe United, replacing the injured Mark Oxley at half-time.

Manchester United

Bishop signed for Premier League club Manchester United on 31 January 2020 for an undisclosed fee on a two-and-a-half-year contract.

Mansfield Town (loan)

On 24 June 2021, it was announced that Bishop would join Mansfield Town on loan for the 2021–22 season. Bishop played in 53 of Mansfield's competitive games in his season there, including in the 2022 [EFL League Two play-off final|EFL League Two Play-off Final], which ultimately ended in a 3–0 defeat to Port Vale.

Sunderland

Bishop signed for Championship club Sunderland on 2 August 2023 for an undisclosed fee on a three-year contract.

Wycombe Wanderers (loan)

On 25 June 2024, Wycombe Wanderers announced the signing of Bishop on a one-year loan.

Cambridge United (loan)

On 3 February 2025, Bishop was recalled from his loan with Wycombe Wanderers to allow him to join fellow League One side Cambridge United on loan for the remainder of the season.

AFC Wimbledon

On 1 July 2025, Bishop joined newly promoted League One side AFC Wimbledon on a three-year deal.

International career

Bishop was called up to the England under-20 squad midway through the 2019 Toulon Tournament as a replacement for Ryan Schofield and made his debut in the 4–0 win over Guatemala on 11 June 2019.

Career statistics

Honours

Manchester United