Jordon Ibe has joined the ninth permanent club of his professional career.
The 29-year-old has moved to eighth division side Sittingbourne in the Isthmian League South East Division.
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This follows his departure from non-league counterparts Hungerford Town, who are a step higher up the English football pyramid.
His return to Kent, having previously played for Ebbsfleet United, comes after Ibe saw a move to Sweden fall through in the summer.
After a successful trial period, he was supposed to move to the second division club Umeå.
However, the transfer failed due to problems related to his work permit.
Jordon Ibe signs for Sittingbourne
Ibe now hopes to “rediscover the joy of football” after battling depression early in his career.
Confirming his arrival, Sittingbourne said in a statement: “We are proud to announce that Sittingbourne FC has been appointed to support Jordon Ibe on his journey to rediscover the joy of football.”
“Following discussions between Jordon, his agent and the club, it was agreed that with our recent successes and strong team culture, Sittingbourne offers the ideal environment to help him achieve renewed success.”
“Jordon has been influenced by the many positive things he has heard about the club and he believes this is the perfect place to regain momentum and showcase his talent.”
“We’re excited to play a part in getting him back to where he belongs in the game.”
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Sittingbourne finished second last season before losing to Burgess Hill Town in the play-off final.
They also reached the quarter-finals of the FA Trophy, their best performance in the competition, before losing to eventual winners Aldershot.
However, the Brickies currently find themselves ninth in the table after a 4-0 defeat at Crowborough Athletic on Tuesday, although they still have games in hand against the teams above them.
Ibe will be hoping to feature for his new side when they host Croydon on Saturday afternoon.
Jordon Ibes career path
His move to Sittingbourne is the latest step in a peripatetic career in England and overseas.
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Jordon Ibes career path
- 2011 – Wycombe
- 2011-16 – Liverpool
- 2014 – Birmingham (loan)
- 2014–15 – Derby (loan)
- 2016-20 – Bournemouth
- 2020-21 – Derby
- 2022 – Adanaspor
- 2023-24 – Ebbsfleet
- 2024-25 – Hayes & Yeading
- 2025 – Hungerford
- 2025-present – Sittingbourne
The former Three Lions U21 international joined Liverpool’s academy from Wycombe in 2011 at the age of 16.
He then made 58 appearances for the Reds’ first team, scoring four goals and providing seven assists.
Ibe was sold to Bournemouth for £15million in 2016 before moving to Derby and heading to Turkey for a spell with Adanaspor.
Since returning to English football two years ago, he has played in non-league for Ebbsfleet, Hayes & Yeading and Hungerford.
The striker also featured in the inaugural Baller League UK season earlier this year.
Ibe was part of John Terry’s 26ers team in the indoor soccer tournament.