Jonathan Bell, commonly known as Jon Bell, is a professional footballer born on August 26, 1997, in Rockville, Maryland, USA. Standing at 5 feet 11 inches tall, he plays as a defender for Major League Soccer (MLS) club Seattle Sounders FC and represents the Jamaica national team.

Club Career

• Early Career: Bell developed his skills in the youth academy of D.C. United from 2011 to 2016. He then played collegiate soccer at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) from 2016 to 2019, making 56 appearances and scoring one goal.
• Professional Debut: In 2020, Bell was selected 38th overall in the MLS SuperDraft by the San Jose Earthquakes but signed with New England Revolution II in the USL League One. He made his professional debut on July 25, 2020, against Union Omaha.
• New England Revolution: Bell earned a first-team contract with New England Revolution in March 2021, contributing to the team’s defense over two seasons. He was part of the squad that secured the Supporters’ Shield in 2021.
• St. Louis City SC: In November 2022, Bell was selected by St. Louis City SC during the MLS Expansion Draft, where he made several appearances in the 2023 season.
• Seattle Sounders FC: Bell joined Seattle Sounders FC in December 2023 through the MLS Re-Entry Draft. As of mid-2024, he has made multiple appearances for the club, including scoring a goal in his debut match.

International Career

Eligible to represent Jamaica through his heritage, Bell received his first call-up to the Jamaica national team in November 2023. He debuted on November 12, 2023, in a friendly match against Guatemala, playing 46 minutes in a 0-0 draw. In June 2024, he was called up for the Copa América, participating in group stage matches against Mexico, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

Personal Life

Beyond his professional career, Bell maintains an active presence on social media, sharing insights into his life and career. citeturn0search2

Career Statistics

• Club Appearances:
  • New England Revolution II: 18 appearances
  • New England Revolution: 27 appearances, 2 goals
  • St. Louis City SC: 3 appearances
  • Seattle Sounders FC: 11 appearances, 1 goal (as of mid-2024)
• International Appearances:
  • Jamaica: 2 caps (as of June 2024)

Honors

• Club:
  • New England Revolution: Supporters’ Shield (2021)
  • St. Louis City SC: Western Conference (regular season) Champions (2023)

Bell continues to be a vital asset in both his club and national team endeavors, showcasing consistent defensive prowess and contributing to his teams’ successes.