Isaac Hayden

Isaac Scot Hayden (born 22 March 1995) is a professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for EFL League One club Leyton Orient. Born in England, he plays for the Jamaica national team. Hayden is a product of Arsenal's youth academy, making his professional debut for the club in 2013. He then joined fellow Premier League side Newcastle United in 2016 on a five-year deal, making over 200 appearances for the club, spending time on loan at Norwich City, Standard Liège, Queens Park Rangers, and

Portsmouth, before leaving Newcastle permanently in 2025. Born in England, Hayden is a former English youth international, having played for his country in various youth ranks. Besides England, he was also eligible to represent Jamaica through his father. In November 2024, he switched his alliance and was called up to the Jamaican senior squad for the first time.