^Isaac Hayden

A cultured midfielder who loves a tackle, Isaac began his youth career at Southend United before progressing through the academy at Arsenal.

The son of former Aston Villa youngster Sol Hayden, Isaac joined the Gunners’ youth set-up in 2008 - eventually securing a scholarship in 2011 at the age of 16 and a professional contract in March 2012.

Progressing from captain of the under-18 side to the under-21s, he became a regular England youth international and made his first team debut for Arsenal in March 2013 in a League Cup game against West Bromwich Albion.

Isaac joined Hull City on loan at the start of the 2015/16 season and after playing 24 first team games for the Tigers as they secured promotion to the Premier League, he joined Newcastle on a permanent deal in July 2016.

Full Name:

Isaac Hayden

Position:

Midfielder

Squad Number:

14

Nationality:

England

Date of birth:

22nd March 1995

Height:

185

Weight:

79

Date signed:

11th July 2016

Debut:

5 August 2016 v Fulham (A)

First Team Appearances:

28

Previous club:

Arsenal, Hull City (loan)