Joseph Olugbenga Olowu (born 27 November 1999) is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for club Stockport County.
Olowu was born in Ibadan, Nigeria, moving to England as a child. He is eligible to represent both England and Nigeria at international level.
Olowu began his career with Arsenal at the age of 8, spending time on loan at Cork City in 2020, and Wealdstone in 2021. He left Arsenal at the end of the 2020âÂÂ21 season (after 13 years with the club) and went on trial with Manchester United.
In September 2021, Olowu joined League One side Doncaster Rovers following a successful trial period, signing a contract until January 2022.
In May 2023, Olowu signed a new two-and-a-half year contract.
Following their title-winning campaign, Olowu rejected a new contract with Doncaster Rovers at the end of the 2024âÂÂ25 season.
In June 2025 it was announced that Olowu would sign for Stockport County on 1 July 2025 on a free transfer, signing a three-year contract.
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