Jaden Heskey

Jaden Emile Tyrone Heskey (born 17 December 2005) is an English professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for club Sheffield Wednesday on loan from club Manchester City.

Early life and career Jaden Emile Tyrone Heskey was born on 17 December 2005 in Manchester. He joined the academy at Manchester City aged eight. He signed scholarship terms with the club shortly after turning sixteen years-old in 2021, and his first professional contract with Manchester City in July 2023. In November 2023, he appeared in the UEFA Youth League alongside his brother Reigan Heskey. In May 2024, he scored in the final as Man City beat Leeds United to win the FA Youth Cup. On 24 September 2025, both Heskey and his brother Reigan made their senior debuts for City in a 2–0 away victory over EFL League One side Huddersfield Town in the EFL Cup third round.

On 16 January 2026, Heskey joined Championship club Sheffield Wednesday on loan until the end of the season. He made his Wednesday debut the following day, coming off the bench against Portsmouth. He made his first senior start the following game against Birmingham City, playing the full 90 minutes.

On 1 September 2026, Heskey rejoined Sheffield Wednesday on loan until the end of the 2026–27 season. He made his second debut the same day, coming off the bench against Wycombe Wanderers.

Personal life He is the son of former England striker Emile Heskey and wife Chantelle. His brother Reigan Heskey plays for Köln. He is of Antiguan descent through his father.

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