Born on 27 November 2001, Richard King is presently a 24-year-old football player hailing from Jamaica. Bearing the number 5 jersey, King primarily occupies the central defender position for St Mirren. His physical presence on the field is notable, with a height of 6ft 1in (1.87m) and a weight of 12st 1lb (77kg). King's talent extends beyond club level, having also represented the Jamaica national team.
According to Transfermarkt, his current market value floats around £209k. Seemingly an impressive amount, yet his performances reflect his worth, justifiably. In the 2025-2026 season, King has seen active participation, featuring in 27 Premiership matches for St Mirren, of which he began in 19 and came onto the field as a substitute in the remaining eight matches. His efforts bore fruit, with King scoring a goal in the season.
The same season brought opportunities for King on various other platforms. The League Cup 2025-2026 saw him making his mark with two goals in four starting appearances and three substitute roles for his club, St Mirren. The Scottish Cup 2025-2026 marked his participation for St Mirren, with King making two starts and one appearance as a substitute.
On an international level, King's contributions were seen in the World Cup Qualifiers North & Central America 2024-2026 for Jamaica, where he contributed to seven starts and made one appearance as a substitute. Likewise, the Gold Cup 2025 saw King making three starts for his country.
