Former Liverpool Footballer Jordon Ibe Charged with Assault After Airport Arrest
Former Liverpool FC winger Jordon Ibe is scheduled to appear in court next month after being arrested at Luton Airport and charged with actual bodily harm, according to police statements. The 30-year-old footballer, who currently plays for Lokomotiv Sofia in Bulgaria, was taken into custody on January 30 following the alleged incident.
Details of the Arrest and Charges
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that Ibe has been formally charged in connection with an alleged assault that reportedly occurred on December 14, 2025. The right-winger, who resides in Chislehurst, southeast London, was apprehended at Luton Airport and subsequently released on bail pending his court appearance.
Ibe is set to face Croydon Magistrates' Court on March 6 to answer the charges of actual bodily harm. A police spokesperson provided specific details about the case, stating that the charge relates directly to an assault alleged to have taken place on that December Sunday.
Ibe's Football Career and Recent Moves
The former England under-21 international made 58 appearances for Liverpool across all competitions after initially joining the club in 2012. Following his time at Anfield, Ibe played for several English clubs including Derby County, Birmingham City, and most notably AFC Bournemouth, where he made 92 appearances between 2016 and 2020.
In recent years, Ibe's career trajectory has seen significant changes. After two years playing non-league football, the winger secured a move to Bulgarian First League side Lokomotiv Sofia in November 2025, marking his return to professional football at the highest level in the Balkan country.
Legal Proceedings and Next Steps
The legal process will now move forward with the scheduled court appearance in early March. The charges against Ibe represent a serious development in what has been a transitional period for the footballer both professionally and personally.
This case highlights the ongoing legal matters involving professional athletes and the consequences they face when allegations of this nature emerge. The football community will be watching closely as the proceedings unfold at Croydon Magistrates' Court next month.
