Jack Henry-Francis

Jack Henry-Francis of Shelbourne was born in London, England on 23 September 2003 (age 22).

Jack Henry-Francis, born on 23 September 2003 (age 22), is a Republic of Ireland central defensive midfielder whose senior career is already centred firmly on Shelbourne.

He has made 26 league appearances for the club across two seasons, scoring three times. His 2026 campaign has been his most productive so far, with two goals in 18 Premier Division appearances, and he remains a regular part of the first-team picture rather than a name on the edge of it.

That same season has also brought European involvement, with two Conference League qualifying appearances and six more in the Conference League for Shelbourne. His market value is around £213,000, according to Transfermarkt.

Henry-Francis is still developing, but Shelbourne is plainly where his career has taken shape. By 2026 he is established enough to be judged on regular senior football, not just promise.

📈 Key stats and insights

Jack Henry-Francis has made 18 Premier Division appearances for Shelbourne in 2026
Jack Henry-Francis has started 14 of his 18 Premier Division matches in 2026
Jack Henry-Francis has scored two Premier Division goals in 2026
Jack Henry-Francis has received six yellow cards in the Premier Division in 2026
Jack Henry-Francis has played eight matches across Conference League qualifying and the Conference League
Last updated 7 August 2026. Send feedback

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Cen Def Mid
Primary Position
Midfielder
Position
CDM
1.81m (5ft 11in)
Height
70kg (11st)
Weight
23 September 2003 (age 22)
Date of Birth
London
Birthplace
England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Country of Birth
Shelbourne
Team
£213,000 (via Transfermarkt)
Market Value

📊 Season stats

Team
Shelbourne
Shelbourne
Premier Division 2026
Games
19
Starting
15
Substitute
4
Unused
8
Utilisation
70%
Goals
2
Yellows
6
Reds
-
Team
Shelbourne
Shelbourne
Conference League Qualifiers 2026 - 2027
Games
2
Starting
2
Substitute
-
Unused
2
Utilisation
50%
Goals
-
Yellows
-
Reds
-

Jack Henry-Francis has become a regular league option for Shelbourne in 2026, with 18 Premier Division appearances, 14 starts and two goals from central defensive midfield. The six yellow cards point to a combative role, while eight further European appearances across Conference League qualifying and the Conference League add useful competitive volume.

📋 Career stats

Team
Shelbourne
Shelbourne
Season 2026
Country
Rep. Ireland 🇮🇪
Games
19
Goals
2
Team
Shelbourne
Shelbourne
Season 2025
Country
Rep. Ireland 🇮🇪
Games
8
Goals
1
Team
Sligo Rovers
Sligo Rovers
Season 2024
Country
Rep. Ireland 🇮🇪
Games
11
Goals
-

Henry-Francis is 22, represents the Republic of Ireland and plays for Shelbourne with a €250k market value. His path runs from Arsenal’s trainee system into senior football in Ireland, including a loan spell at Sligo Rovers before a permanent move to Shelbourne.

💰 Transfers

Team
Shelbourne
Shelbourne
18 July 2025
From
Arsenal
Arsenal
Type
Free Transfer
Team
Arsenal
Arsenal
1 January 2025
From
Sligo Rovers
Sligo Rovers
Type
Returned from loan
Team
Sligo Rovers
Sligo Rovers
17 July 2024
From
Arsenal
Arsenal
Type
Loan
Team
Arsenal
Arsenal
1 July 2019
Type
Trainee

The transfer history is defined by development moves rather than fees. Henry-Francis joined Arsenal as a trainee in 2019, went on loan to Sligo Rovers in July 2024, returned to Arsenal in January 2025 and then moved to Shelbourne on a free transfer in July 2025.

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