22 Facts About Josh Yorwerth

Joshua Yorwerth was born on 28 February 1995 and is a Welsh professional footballer who plays for Barry Town United.

Josh Yorwerth began his career as a youth player with Cardiff City, joining the club at the age of 13.

Josh Yorwerth spent time on loan with Hereford United during the club's final months before folding due to financial problems.

Josh Yorwerth spent time on loan with Merthyr Town before establishing himself in the first team, making 91 appearances in all competitions.

Josh Yorwerth joined Peterborough United in 2018 but was sacked by the club eight months later after evading an anti-doping test and admitting to cocaine use.

Josh Yorwerth received a four-year ban from The Football Association in February 2019, the longest doping-related ban ever sanctioned in English professional football.

Josh Yorwerth represented Wales at youth level in rugby union.

Josh Yorwerth was a member of the Cardiff City FC Academy, signing scholarship forms in 2008 at the age of 13.

Josh Yorwerth progressed up to the under-21 development side in 2014 but, unable to break into the first team, he sought a loan move to gain experience.

Josh Yorwerth later revealed that he had suffered from a gambling addiction during his time with Cardiff.

Josh Yorwerth made his professional debut for Ipswich in an EFL Cup match against Stevenage on 11 August 2015, and scored in the 55th minute.

Josh Yorwerth made five appearances during the month and his loan spell was extended until 29 December 2015.

On 1 June 2016, Josh Yorwerth rejoined Crawley on a permanent basis on a one-year deal.

However, Josh Yorwerth was given leave by the club to return home for "personal reasons" in October 2016.

On 30 May 2017, Josh Yorwerth signed a new one-year deal at Crawley with an option of an extra year.

Under Drummy's replacement Harry Kewell, Josh Yorwerth continued as a first team regular.

On 6 July 2018, Josh Yorwerth joined League One side Peterborough United on a three-year deal.

Josh Yorwerth feared failing the test would result in an automatic two-year ban, however the offence actually carried a maximum three-month sentence.

Josh Yorwerth subsequently entered rehab, began counselling sessions and planned to appeal the ban on mental health grounds.

On 31 January 2024 Josh Yorwerth re-signed for Merthyr Town of the Southern League Premier South.

Josh Yorwerth has captained Wales at under-16 level and has played for the under-17, under-19 and under-21 sides.

Josh Yorwerth has been described as "an attacking defender", frequently looking to move forward with the ball out of defence, and possesses above average pace for a defender.