14 Facts About Josh Cullen

Joshua Jon Cullen was born on 7 April 1996 and is a professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for EFL Championship club Burnley.

Josh Cullen has previously played for West Ham United and Anderlecht and on loan for Bradford City, Bolton Wanderers and Charlton Athletic.

Josh Cullen played junior football for Rayleigh Boys before joining West Ham United at the age of nine.

Josh Cullen returned from loan at Bolton Wanderers in January 2018 making an appearance in the FA Cup away at Shrewsbury Town.

Josh Cullen had two front teeth kicked-out accidentally by Shrewsbury player Abu Ogogo.

Josh Cullen received significant praise from manager David Moyes after the game.

Josh Cullen signed on loan for Bradford City in February 2016.

On 8 August 2016, Josh Cullen re-signed for Bradford City on a five-month loan deal.

Josh Cullen dislocated his shoulder on 6 November 2018 playing against Walsall, leaving the pitch in the 80th minute.

Josh Cullen returned to the first team in January 2019 against Accrington Stanley.

On 5 October 2020, Josh Cullen joined Belgian First Division A side Anderlecht on a permanent deal until 30 June 2023, after fifteen years at West Ham.

Josh Cullen sent an emotional farewell message to West Ham fans on 12 October 2020 thanking them for their support and citing Mark Noble as one of his heroes.

Josh Cullen captained the team for the first time on 25 February 2023 against Huddersfield Town.

On 15 March 2019, Josh Cullen received his first international call-up to the senior Republic of Ireland national team.