Full name Dion John Conroy Playing position 2008–2016 Chelsea Weight 73 kg | Place of birth Redhill, England Number 25 Height 1.81 m | |
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Date of birth (1995-12-11) 11 December 1995 (age 21) Current team Swindon Town F.C. (#25 / Defender) | ||
Dion John Conroy (born 11 December 1995) is an English professional footballer who plays for Swindon Town, as a defender.
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Chelsea
After a spell with Fulham, Conroy joined Chelsea in 2008 as an Under-13. Conroy quickly progressed through the youth ranks with the Blues and guided Chelsea to FA Youth Cup and Under-21 Premier League victories in 2014. On 29 February 2016, Conroy was rewarded with a new two-year contract until 2018.
Aldershot Town (loan)
On 31 August 2016, Conroy joined National League side Aldershot Town on a six-month loan deal until January 2017. A week later, Conroy made his Aldershot debut in a 1–1 draw against Boreham Wood, featuring for the full 90 minutes. On 22 December 2016, after impressing with Aldershot, Conroy's loan was extended until the end of the 2016–17 campaign. However, just over a month later, Chelsea terminated his loan deal, with many Football League clubs interested in purchasing the defender.
Swindon Town
On 27 January 2017, Conroy joined League One side Swindon Town on a two-and-a-half-year deal. A day later, Conroy made his Swindon debut in a 1–0 away defeat against local rivals Bristol Rovers, replacing Lloyd Jones in the 90th minute.
Personal life
Conroy is the younger brother of semi-professional footballer, actor and model Jay Conroy.
Career statistics
As of match played 25 February 2017.
