Portadown Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Gibraltar international Liam Jessop.
The versatile wide player arrives at Shamrock Park capable of operating on either wing, adding further depth and flexibility to David Jeffrey’s squad ahead of the new season.
Jessop began his footballing journey in his homeland with Glacis United prior to joining the youth ranks of Spanish sides Atletico Zabal and San Roque. The 20-year-old would make the switch to the UK in 2021, joining Fleetwood Town’s International Football Academy followed by a spell with Gibraltar Premier Division outfit FCB Magpies before securing a move to English Football League side Chesterfield in 2023.
During his time with the Spireites, the 20-year-old gained valuable senior experience, making 6 first team appearances before loan moves away from the SMH Group Stadium., first of all to Worksop Town in January 2025 followed by a move to Gibraltarian champions, Lincoln Red Imps in September 2025.
On the international stage, Jessop has progressed through Gibraltar’s youth setup and earned his senior debut against Montenegro in March 2025. He went on to be part of all Gibraltar’s matchday squads for their FIFA World Cup qualifying fixtures, starting against Czechia and Croatia and scoring against Montenegro.
PFC Head of Recruitment and Football Operations, Davy Douglas commented,
Liam is a current Gibraltar International who has scored in a World Cup qualifier against Montenegro.
He is quick, direct, good in 1v1 situations and is a player who will excite fans. He will provide width and balance to our attacking options.
