Jamal Bajandouh

Jamal Bajandouh (جمال با جندوح; born 22 August 1992) is a Saudi Arabian professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Al-Tai. Born in England, he plays for the Saudi Arabia national team.

Career
Bajandouh was born in Bournemouth but joined Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad as a 13-year-old. He signed for English non-league side Wimborne Town in February 2012. Three months later, he signed for AFC Bournemouth after a spell training with their youth side.

In the summer of 2013, Bajandouh returned to Saudi Arabia to rejoin Al-Ittihad. In the summer of 2019, Bajandouh announced, via the player's official twitter account, his departure from Al-Ittihad. On 13 July 2019, Bajandouh joined Croatian side NK Varaždin on a two-year deal.

On 22 September 2020, Bajandouh joined Al-Shabab on a free transfer. On 8 January 2022, Bajandouh joined Al-Tai on a six-month loan. On 27 July 2022, Bajandouh joined Al-Tai on a two-year deal.

International career
On 30 March 2015, Bajandouh made his senior debut for Saudi Arabia, playing the first half in a 2-1 victory over Jordan. Since it was a friendly fixture, he remains available to play for England.