Jonjo Shelvey

According to reports in Gulf News (17 October 2025), Jonjo Shelvey is reported to have moved to United Arab Emirates.

Last updated: 25 October 2026.

What was reported

Gulf News reported that Shelvey is now based in Dubai and quoted him explaining why he moved. The linked coverage runs from 16 October 2025 to 17 October 2025, with the record marked reported.

Background

According to FourFourTwo in October 2025, Shelvey was playing for Arabian Falcons in Dubai. FourFourTwo, 16 October 2025. The report dated his signing to September 2025. FourFourTwo, 16 October 2025. The report described his move from English club football to a UAE club, without giving an exact arrival day. FourFourTwo, 16 October 2025.

Timeline

Report dates show when a source published its account. Event dates keep the precision given by that source.

September 2025 (Event): According to FourFourTwo in October 2025, Shelvey signed for Dubai-based Arabian Falcons in September. FourFourTwo, 16 October 2025.
16 October 2025 (Report): According to FourFourTwo, Shelvey was now playing in the UAE and had discussed the move with BBC Sport. FourFourTwo, 16 October 2025.

Type: Person
Known for: Former Premier League footballer
Destination: United Arab Emirates
Dubai
Status: Reported
Basis: Read the source account above
First reported: 16 October 2025
Sector: Media, sport and entertainment (Football)
Last checked: 25 October 2026

Recorded statement

I just feel the UK isn't what it was 10 to 15 years ago

As reported by Gulf News, quoting BBC Sport. The sources below record this statement. It does not by itself establish a reason for moving. Read the limits before quoting it.

Wealth estimate

No sourced estimate is recorded.

Sources

Gulf News, 17 October 2025Secondary source.
FourFourTwo, 16 October 2025Secondary source.