Nottingham Forest
Joel came up through the Brighton youth system and made his debut as an 18 year old.
He is a big, strong centre back who is also very comfortable at left back. Good in the air and comfortable on the ball he attracted interest from several Premier League clubs during his time at Brighton.
Joel is a very driven and ambitious person, meaning that he jumped at the chance to join Forest on loan in October 2008. He adapted to the step up very quickly and the loan was extended to the end of the season, when Forest came back in for him and signed him for £200k. We think that will turn out to be money very well spent.
Date of birth: 3rd October 1987
Club: Nottingham Forest
Position: Centre Back/Left Back
League: Championship