Jay Lynch (footballer)


Jay Anthony Lynch is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for club Rochdale.

Career

Lynch started his career playing youth team football for Manchester United before joining Bolton Wanderers in 2010. After playing for the club's under-18 side, he moved to the under-21 side, and was named on the bench for three Premier League games in the 2011–12 season, including against former club Manchester United. He was released by the club in June 2014 after his contract expired.
In August 2014 Lynch signed for Accrington Stanley on non-contract terms. He made his debut as a substitute against Shrewsbury Town after starting goalkeeper Luke Simpson was sent off. In September 2014 he was released by mutual consent.
He subsequently joined Salford City, making his debut on 6 September in a match against Spennymoor Town. He left the club in May 2017.
On 19 August 2019, Lynch joined League One club Rochdale on a free transfer, signing a two-year deal. He had previously turned down a new deal with AFC Fylde.

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Honours

A.F.C. Fylde