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Jonathan Henry Bond (born 19 May 1993) is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Houston Dynamo.

Key Information

Born in England, Bond played internationally for Wales at under-17 and under-19 levels, before changing his international allegiance in 2013, later playing for England at under-20 and under-21 levels.

Club career

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Watford

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Bond with Watford in 2014.

Bond came through the academy system at Watford featuring in the youth and reserve teams at Vicarage Road. During the 2010–11 season Bond featured on the substitutes bench for Watford several times as cover for the injured Rene Gilmartin and also spent time on loan at Brackley Town.

In August 2011, Bond again joined Brackley Town on loan to receive some playing experience.[3] On his return to Watford, Bond was again sent out on loan to Conference National side Forest Green Rovers on 4 November 2011 for a month.[4] Bond made his Forest Green debut the next day in a 4–1 win against Alfreton Town.[5] In total Bond made four appearances for Forest Green in his loan spell and was recalled a week early by Watford.[6]

On his return to Watford, Bond acted as deputy goalkeeper to Scott Loach on the substitutes bench in the Championship and on 2 January 2012 made his first team debut replacing Loach who had been sent off in a 2–0 loss against Portsmouth at Fratton Park.[7]

On 23 February 2012, Bond joined League Two side Dagenham & Redbridge on a monthlong loan deal.[8] He then joined Bury on loan until the end of the season[9] and made his debut in the 3–0 defeat at Brentford on 7 April.

After starting Watford's FA Cup defeat to Manchester City on 5 January 2013, Bond made his home league debut in a 2–1 win over Derby County on 23 February 2013 after coming on for the injured Manuel Almunia. Bond made his first league start against Wolverhampton Wanderers on 1 March 2013. He then continued to deputise with starts against Sheffield Wednesday on 5 March 2013, Blackpool on 9 March 2013, Barnsley on 16 March 2013 and once more versus Burnley on 29 March 2013 – all in place of the injured Almunia. With Almunia not back to fitness, Bond made his sixth consecutive start on 2 April 2013 against Hull City in a 1–0 win, keeping his first clean sheet in a man of the match performance.

Bond deputised in the final league game of the season against Leeds United on 4 May 2013 after Almunia was injured in the warm-up. Bond then suffered a serious injury of his own after a horrible collision with Ikechi Anya and Dominic Poleon which forced him off on a stretcher.

Reading

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On Saturday 4 July 2015, Bond signed for Reading on a three-year deal from Watford for an undisclosed fee.[10]

Loan spells

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On 26 August 2016, Bond joined Gillingham on loan until 7 January 2017.[11][12]

On 26 June 2017 Bond joined Peterborough United on a six-month loan,[13] extending the loan until the end of the season on 3 January 2018.[14]

West Bromwich Albion

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On 16 July 2018, Bond joined newly relegated West Bromwich Albion on a two-year contract as a free agent. Bond served as back-up to first-choice keeper Sam Johnstone as the club lost in the 2018-19 EFL Championship play-offs in the semi-finals to rivals Aston Villa. However, they bounced back the following year to finish as runners-up in the 2019-20 EFL Championship, gaining promotion back to the Premier League. Bond was released from the club after his contract ended on 1 August 2020. Albion re-signed Bond on a one-year deal before the start of the 2020–21 Premier League season.[15]

LA Galaxy

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On 14 January 2021, Bond moved to the United States to sign with Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy.[16][17]

In February 2024, LA Galaxy announced that Bond had departed the club having had his contract terminated by mutual consent.[18]

Return to Watford

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On 3 July 2024, Bond returned to Championship club Watford on a one-year deal with the option for a further twelve months.[19]

Houston Dynamo

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In April 2025, Bond was sold to MLS side Houston Dynamo for an undisclosed fee.[20]

International career

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Bond has made international appearances for Wales at under-17 level, and scored an 88th minute equalising goal[21] in Wales' 2–1 Uefa Under-17 Championship qualifying match against Russia in October 2009. He later progressed to under-19 level,[22] and has been called up to under-21 squads.[23] In 2010, aged 17, Bond was called up to the full Wales squad for two Euro 2012 qualifying matches,[24] although he did not play in the games.[23]

In spite of his caps for Wales, the FAW stated on 19 July 2013 that Bond had chosen to transfer to the English national pool[25] and was called into the English under-21 squad in August 2013.[26] He made his debut for the England under-21s on 19 November, replacing Jack Butland at half-time in a 9–0 win against San Marino.[27]

Career statistics

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As of match played 1 February 2025
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup League cup Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Watford 2009–10[28] Championship 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2010–11[29] 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2011–12[30] 1 0 1 0 0 0 2 0
2012–13[31] 8 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 10 0
2013–14[32] 10 0 2 0 3 0 15 0
2014–15[33] 3 0 1 0 2 0 6 0
Total 22 0 5 0 6 0 0 0 33 0
Forest Green Rovers (loan) 2011–12[30] Conference Premier 4 0 0 0 0 0 4 0
Dagenham & Redbridge (loan) 2011–12[30] League Two 5 0 0 0 0 0 5 0
Bury (loan) 2011–12[30] League One 6 0 0 0 0 0 6 0
Reading 2015–16[34] Championship 14 0 0 0 0 0 14 0
2016–17[35] 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 0
Gillingham (loan) 2016–17[35] League One 7 0 0 0 1 0 8 0
Peterborough United (loan) 2017–18[36] League One 37 0 4 0 1 0 3 0 45 0
West Bromwich Albion 2018–19[37] Championship 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 3 0
2019–20[38] 0 0 3 0 1 0 4 0
2020–21[39] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total 0 0 6 0 1 0 0 0 7 0
LA Galaxy 2021[40] MLS 31 0 31 0
2022[41] MLS 34 0 0 0 2 0 36 0
2023 MLS 24 0 1 0 0 0 25 0
Total 89 0 1 0 2 0 92 0
Watford 2024–25 Championship 9 0 1 0 3 0 0 0 13 0
Career total 193 0 15 0 12 0 5 0 227 0

Personal life

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Bond attended Berkhamsted School.[42] His mother is an American from Seattle, which allowed him to hold an American passport.[43][44]

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from Grokipedia
Jonathan Bond is an English professional footballer who plays as a for in . Born on 19 May 1993 in , , he stands at 1.93 meters tall and holds British and citizenship. Bond began his professional career with , joining their academy in 2009 and making his senior debut in 2012. He spent several seasons at , including loans to & Redbridge in 2012 and Bury later that year, before transferring to Reading in 2015. From Reading, he moved on loan to United in 2017 and then to Albion in 2018, where he played until 2021. In January 2021, Bond joined in the MLS, appearing in 93 matches over three seasons. He returned to on a short-term basis in 2024 before signing with in April 2025 on a contract through 2026, with an option for an additional year. On the international stage, Bond represented and at youth levels, earning caps with the under-19 and under-21 teams, including two appearances in qualifiers. Throughout his career, he has accumulated over 250 club appearances across English leagues like the and League One, as well as .

Early life and background

Early life

Jonathan Bond was born on 19 May 1993 in , , . His mother, Elena, was born and raised in , Washington, where she developed a passion for soccer as a fan of the Seattle Sounders during the North American Soccer League era; she is half-Spanish through her father. Bond's father, Tony, is English and a supporter of ; the couple met in the United States before relocating to , where they started their . Growing up in , Bond was influenced by his mother's American background, incorporating terms like "splash jacket" into his vocabulary from an early age. Bond's introduction to professional football came at age 10 when he joined the academy in 2003, beginning a formative period in his development as a . He progressed through the youth ranks at , benefiting from the club's structured training environment and learning from established in the senior setup. This early immersion in Watford's system laid the foundation for his technical skills and professional mindset, though he did not make his senior debut until January 2012.

Youth development

Jonathan Bond joined the academy at the age of 10 in 2003, beginning his development in the club's youth system. Progressing through the various age groups, Bond featured regularly for 's youth and reserve teams, honing his skills as a . In July 2010, at the age of 17, he signed his first professional contract with the club, a three-year deal that recognized his potential after he had featured on the first-team bench in the during the previous season. During his academy tenure, Bond trained alongside established senior goalkeepers including Scott Loach, , and , from whom he gained valuable insights into handling crosses and optimizing starting positions. This exposure contributed significantly to his technical growth, preparing him for the transition to senior football.

Club career

Watford

Jonathan Bond joined the academy at the age of 10 and progressed through the youth ranks before signing his first professional contract in 2010. He made his professional debut for the club as a substitute in a match against on 2 January 2012, entering the game at after Scott Loach's injury; Watford lost 2–0. Bond's first start came in the third round against Bradford City later that month, marking the beginning of limited but steady first-team exposure as a deputy to established goalkeepers including Loach, , and . During the 2013/14 season, he made 10 league appearances in the , contributing to Watford's push toward the playoffs. Overall, in his initial stint from 2011 to 2015, Bond featured in 22 league matches and amassed 33 first-team appearances across all competitions. As understudy to in the 2014/15 season, Bond played a supporting role in 's successful promotion campaign to the via the playoffs, though he did not feature in the decisive matches. His development at the club included valuable training insights from on handling crosses and positioning, which Bond credited for his growth as a . Bond departed in July 2015, transferring to Reading for an undisclosed fee after the club's promotion.

Reading

Jonathan Bond joined Reading on 4 July 2015, signing a three-year contract from for an undisclosed fee. He was recruited as a backup to first-choice Adam Federici, bringing experience from nearly 50 appearances during his time at . Bond made his debut for Reading on 8 August 2015, starting in a 2-1 away win against Birmingham City in the . During the 2015-16 season, he featured in 14 matches, all as starts, totaling 1,260 minutes played. In these appearances, he conceded 13 goals while recording 6 clean sheets, contributing to 5 wins and 3 draws for the team. His save percentage stood at 66.7%, with 26 saves from 39 shots on target faced. Bond did not feature in any competitions during this period. In the following seasons, Bond's first-team opportunities at Reading diminished as he was loaned out to lower-division clubs for further development. He joined League One side Gillingham on from 26 August 2016 until January 2017. Later, on 26 June 2017, he moved to Peterborough United on a until 3 January 2018, which was subsequently extended until the end of the 2017-18 season. These spells limited his Reading appearances to zero in both the 2016-17 and 2017-18 campaigns across all competitions. Bond's contract with Reading expired in July 2018, after which he departed the club having made 14 total first-team appearances, all in the league, with no goals scored.

Loan spells

Bond began his professional career while at , seeking first-team experience in lower leagues. In December 2010, he joined non-league side Brackley Town on a one-month , where he made several appearances and kept a clean sheet in one match. In October 2011, Bond moved to League Two club Forest Green Rovers on a one-month , providing cover for their first-choice . During the spell, he made four appearances before being recalled early by . His next came in 2012 to League Two's & Redbridge on a one-month deal, where the 18-year-old featured in five matches as a young prospect from Watford's academy. Immediately following that, in March 2012, Bond was loaned to League One side Bury until the end of the 2011–12 season, aiming to build on his recent experience; however, limited opportunities followed his return from . After transferring to Reading in 2015, Bond's opportunities remained limited, leading to further loans. In 2016, he joined League One club Gillingham on loan until January 2017, where he made eight appearances and conceded 10 goals during an injury-affected period at Reading. In June 2017, Bond signed a six-month loan with League One rivals United, which was extended until the end of the 2017–18 season in January 2018. He established himself as a regular, contributing to their promotion push in League One.

West Bromwich Albion

Bond joined West Bromwich Albion on 16 July 2018, signing a two-year contract on a free transfer from Reading following the club's relegation from the . The signing was part of a rebuild in the goalkeeping department, with Bond providing depth behind first-choice goalkeeper and veteran backup . Throughout his tenure, Bond served primarily as the third-choice , featuring sparingly in competitive matches. He made a total of seven appearances for the first team, all in domestic cup competitions, including outings in the and . Notable performances included a 1–0 victory over Charlton Athletic in the third round in January 2020, where he kept a clean sheet. Bond was part of the 2019–20 squad that secured promotion to the via the EFL play-offs, though he did not feature in the campaign. In September 2020, Bond agreed to a one-year contract extension, committing him to the club until June 2021. His time at The Hawthorns ended in January 2021 when he departed on a free transfer to join Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy.

LA Galaxy

Bond signed with Major League Soccer club LA Galaxy on January 14, 2021, joining as a free agent from West Bromwich Albion without occupying an international roster spot. At 27 years old, he provided depth in goal amid the team's search for stability following a challenging 2020 season. Bond quickly secured the starting role, making his MLS debut in April 2021 and anchoring the defense through the campaign. In his debut season, he started all 31 regular-season matches, recording 121 saves and four shutouts while helping the Galaxy achieve a playoff berth despite midseason inconsistencies. Over the next two seasons, Bond solidified his position as the primary , appearing in 93 total matches (all starts) across all competitions from 2021 to 2023, during which he tallied 16 and conceded 147 goals. His consistent shot-stopping and command of the were pivotal, particularly in 2022 when he earned the LA Galaxy Defender of the Year award for his league-leading performance among the club's backline. That year, Bond posted seven in 34 appearances, contributing to a defensive improvement that saw the Galaxy finish higher in the Western Conference standings. He also garnered individual recognition in 2021, including MLS Player of the Week honors for Week 7 after a 12-save victory over the . Bond's tenure placed him among the franchise's notable goalkeepers, ranking second in regular-season appearances (90) and tied for third in shutouts (16). The Galaxy extended his contract in 2022, affirming his value to the squad. However, the club and Bond mutually parted ways on February 22, 2024, allowing him to pursue opportunities elsewhere ahead of the 2024 season.

Return to Watford

On 3 July 2024, Jonathan Bond rejoined on a one-year contract with an option for an additional year, marking his return to the club where he began his professional career. The 31-year-old goalkeeper had spent the previous three seasons with in , where he made over 90 appearances from 2021 to 2023. His homecoming was positioned as adding experienced depth to 's goalkeeping options in the , with head coach praising Bond's familiarity with the club and his professional attributes. During the 2024–25 season, Bond served primarily as a backup goalkeeper behind , featuring in 13 appearances across all competitions, including nine in the . Bond's performances provided stability during a transitional period for the squad, though he was not a regular starter as finished 14th in the standings. Bond's stint ended on 11 April 2025, when he transferred to Houston Dynamo in MLS for an undisclosed fee, concluding a brief but impactful return that saw him reclaim a role at his boyhood club.

Houston Dynamo

Jonathan Bond joined on a full transfer from on April 11, 2025, signing a contract through the 2026 season with a club option for 2027. The move filled a domestic roster spot as a season-ending injury replacement for Andrew Tarbell, bringing Bond's extensive experience—including over 200 career appearances and prior MLS stints with —to bolster the team's depth. Houston Dynamo president of soccer praised Bond's shot-stopping ability, command in the penalty area, and comfort playing out from the back, noting his value in providing stability during a competitive season. Bond quickly established himself as the primary for Dynamo in the 2025 MLS regular season, making 26 appearances and starting all of them. He recorded 7 clean sheets while conceding 44 goals, with 66 saves at a save percentage that contributed to the team's defensive efforts amid a challenging campaign. Additionally, Bond featured in 2 matches, conceding 6 goals without securing a clean sheet. Dynamo finished 12th in the Western Conference, missing the MLS , but Bond's consistent play provided reliability in a rotation that saw him play full 90 minutes in every outing. One of Bond's standout moments came on May 17, 2025, during a 2-0 Derby victory over , where he made a highlight-reel save in the 38th minute by backtracking to parry away Anderson Julio's long-range strike from midfield. This performance, which earned immediate consideration for MLS Save of the Year, helped secure his third clean sheet in just six starts since joining the club. Later in the season, Bond contributed to a 3-2 road win at on August 30, 2025, making crucial interventions in the closing stages to preserve the result and keep Houston in playoff contention.

International career

Youth international career

Bond began his youth international career representing , earning caps at the under-17 and under-19 levels between 2009 and 2011. At the under-17 level, he featured in qualifying matches, including a notable performance on October 3, 2009, against , where he scored an equalizing goal in the 88th minute from a , helping Wales secure a 2–1 victory after James Loveridge's winner in added time. For the under-19 team, Bond made six appearances, primarily in qualifiers, contributing to ' efforts in Group 7 during the 2010/11 season. He was also called up to the Wales under-21 squad prior to switching his allegiance. In 2013, Bond opted to represent at youth level, eligible through his birthplace in . He made his debut for the England under-21s on November 19, 2013, coming on as a substitute for in a 9–0 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifying win over at . Over the following two years, Bond accumulated 5 caps for the England U21s, often serving as a backup goalkeeper behind Butland, with appearances in qualifiers and friendlies such as the 3–0 win over in September 2014 and the 3–2 win over in March 2015. Bond was included in England's squad for the in the , where the team advanced to the group stage but exited without a win, drawing 0–0 with and before losing 1–0 to ; he remained an unused substitute throughout the tournament. His final U21 appearance came in June 2015 during a friendly against .

Senior international career

Bond holds dual citizenship with and the , rendering him eligible to represent either country at the senior international level. Despite establishing himself as a reliable in with and Houston Dynamo, Bond has not received a call-up to the men's national team (USMNT) or the England senior squad. His American eligibility stems from family ties, allowing him to pursue opportunities with the USMNT without occupying an international roster spot in MLS. As of November 2025, Bond remains uncapped at the senior level, with no recorded appearances in official matches for any national team.

Career statistics

Club statistics

Jonathan Bond has accumulated 219 appearances in domestic league competitions throughout his professional club career, spanning multiple English leagues and . As a , he has recorded 43 clean sheets while conceding 333 goals, achieving an average goals against per 90 minutes of 1.55. These figures highlight his experience across various levels, from the National Conference Premier to the and MLS. During his tenure at West Bromwich Albion from 2018 to 2021, Bond did not feature in league matches but made seven appearances in cup competitions. The table below summarizes his domestic league statistics by season, including matches played (MP), goals against (GA), clean sheets (CS), and goals against per 90 minutes (GA90).
SeasonClubLeagueMPGACSGA90
2011–2012Dagenham & RedbridgeLeague Two5721.40
2011–2012BuryLeague One61011.67
2011–2012Forest Green RoversConf 4401.00
2011–201211011.25
2012–20138901.33
2013–2014102032.11
2014–20153502.16
2015–2016Reading141360.93
2016–2017GillinghamLeague One71101.74
2017–2018Peterborough UnitedLeague One374881.30
2018–2021West Bromwich Albion/000-
2021MLS315041.61
2022MLS345171.50
2023MLS244642.02
2024–202591411.58
2025Houston DynamoMLS264471.69
Career total (domestic leagues): 219 MP, 333 GA, 43 CS, 1.55 GA90. In addition to league play, Bond has featured in various cup competitions, including the , , and MLS playoffs, contributing to his overall club tally exceeding 240 appearances across all competitions. His clean sheet percentage averages 20% in league matches, with notable performances including a 42.9% rate during his 14 appearances for Reading in the 2015–2016 season.

International statistics

Jonathan Bond's international statistics are confined to youth levels, as he has not represented any senior national team. Born in but eligible for through his family heritage, Bond initially played for Welsh youth squads before switching allegiance to in 2013 following . His appearances were primarily as a , with no goals scored except for one notable equalizer in a Wales U17 match. Detailed records show limited starts across competitive qualifiers and friendlies, reflecting his role as a in most squads. Comprehensive records for youth appearances are limited; figures based on available match logs and announcements as of 2025. The following table summarizes Bond's verified youth international appearances by level, based on official club announcements and match logs from reputable football databases.
National TeamLevelAppearancesGoals ConcededNotesSource
U173Not specifiedUEFA qualifiers in 2009 (vs. 3–2 win, 80 minutes; vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina 2–2 draw, 80 minutes; vs. 2–1 win, 80 minutes, including scoring an equalising goal).Transfermarkt match logs
U19Not specifiedNot specifiedRepresented in U19 qualifiers; exact matches unverified.Houston Dynamo FC official announcement
U210Not specifiedCalled up to squad before allegiance switch; no verified appearances.Houston Dynamo FC official announcement
U20/U217Not specified2 for U20; 5 for U21 (in 2013–2015 qualifiers and friendlies). Squad member for 2014 Tournament but no appearances; limited starts in 2015 Euro U21 qualifiers squad. Featured as backup to in U21 setups under .Houston Dynamo FC official announcement; The FA; Reading FC official announcement; Transfermarkt

Personal life

Family

Bond was born in Hemel Hempstead, , to an English father and an American mother, Elena, who hails from , Washington. His mother's background granted him U.S. citizenship in addition to his British citizenship, allowing him to obtain a U.S. passport, which enabled him to join MLS clubs without occupying an international roster spot. Elena, a fan of the North American Soccer League's Seattle Sounders during her youth, encouraged Bond to maintain his U.S. passport and often brought the family to visit the West Coast during his childhood. Bond is married and has a family; upon his signing with the Houston Dynamo in 2025, the club noted its anticipation in welcoming him and his family to . Similarly, when parting ways with the LA Galaxy in 2024, the team wished Bond and his family well in their future endeavors.

Residence and citizenship

Bond holds citizenship in the United Kingdom and the United States. Bond also holds Welsh citizenship. Born on May 19, 1993, in , , he acquired British citizenship by birth. His U.S. citizenship stems from an American parent, granting him a U.S. that exempts him from international roster restrictions in . As of November 2025, Bond resides in Houston, Texas, following his transfer to in April 2025. Prior to this, he lived in the area during his stint with from 2021 to 2024, and returned to the from July 2024 to April 2025 to play for on a short-term contract.

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