Jeffrey Monakana

Monakana progressed through the youth system at Arsenal, then finally in 2008, At the age of 14, Monakana was handed a four-year contract. Monakana signed a one-year deal with Preston North End on 31 May 2012, effective from 1 July 2012. The 18-year-old winger became the ninth summer signing for Preston manager Graham Westley. Monakana performed well in pre-season, notably his contributions against Athens and Wimbledon. He made his full debut in a home League Cup tie against Huddersfield Town, on 13 August 2012, Playing for 70 minutes, and had an excellent game, setting Jack King up for the first goal in a 2–0 win. His first senior goal came in a second round League Cup tie against Crystal Palace. He went on to score six goals and 10 assist in his first year at professional football. In the game against Brentford opposing manager Uwe Rosler stating that Monakana was a handful with his pace and skill. On 12 September 2013, Monakana joined fellow League One side Colchester United on a month's loan. He scored on his debut for the club in a 2–2 draw with Bradford City on 14 September. On 15 October 2013, after starting every match since joining Monakana's loan was extended at the club until the beginning of December 2013. On 14 January 2014, Monakana transferred to Football League Championship club Brighton & Hove Albion for an undisclosed fee, signing an 18-month contract with the club's development squad. On 27 March 2014, Monakana joined League One side Crawley Town on a…

As of end of 2020 season

Monakana is of DR Congolese descent.