Jacob Gardiner-Smith


Jacob Gabriel Gardiner-Smith is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder. He is currently a free agent, having most recently played for Wycombe Wanderers.

Early and personal life

Born in Cambridge, he is the grandson of Scottish footballer John Gardiner and the son of politician Barry Gardiner. He is fluent in Russian.

Career

He began his career with Russian sides CSKA Moscow and Zenit Saint Petersburg. After two years he returned to England to sign for St Albans City, moving on to Hendon on dual-registration in January 2019. He turned professional with Wycombe Wanderers in July 2019.
He made his senior debut on 8 October 2019, in the EFL Trophy.
On 24 December 2019, he moved on a three-month long loan to Braintree Town.
Gardiner-Smith was released by Wycombe Wanderers at the end of the 2019–20 season.

Honours

Wycombe Wanderers