Jay Mingi

Jade Jay Mingi (born 22 October 2000) is an English footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Stockport County.

Career
Mingi came through West Ham United's academy before joining Charlton Athletic on a professional contract in 2019 after being released by West Ham.

Charlton Athletic
He made his debut for Charlton Athletic on 30 September 2020 in a 1–1 EFL Trophy draw with Brighton U21, before scoring his first goal the following match as Charlton defeated Leyton Orient 3–1, again in the EFL Trophy.

Portsmouth
On 24 September 2021, Mingi joined Portsmouth having been released by Charlton Athletic. Mingi joined Maidenhead United on a one-month loan on 5 October 2021.

Mingi made his first league start for Portsmouth in a 1–0 victory over Forest Green Rovers in October 2022. Mingi scored his first goal for Portsmouth, with the opening goal of a 3–0 EFL Trophy victory over Stevenage on 13 December. Having suffered an injury in January 2023, Mingi returned to fitness in March 2023 but failed to make a further league appearance for the club, having made 17 league appearances that season prior to his injury. Having been linked in the media with a transfer to a number of EFL Championship clubs, including West Bromwich Albion, Huddersfield Town and Birmingham City, Mingi left Portsmouth upon the end of his contract at the end of the season, despite having been offered a new three-year deal.

Colchester United
On 1 September 2023, Mingi joined EFL League Two club Colchester United on a two-year contract, with Portsmouth reportedly receiving a five-figure compensation package.

Stockport County
On 14 June 2024, Mingi joined EFL League One club Stockport County on a three-year contract,

Style of play
Mingi plays as a midfielder. He has been noted for his ball-carrying ability.