Michael Heinz Golding (born 23 May 2006) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for EFL League Two club Shrewsbury Town, on loan from club Leicester City.
Club career Born in Kingston, Golding started his career at the academy of AFC Wimbledon, before joining Chelsea in 2018. He signed his first professional contract in July 2023. Golding started training with the first team squad in 2023–24 season. On 6 January 2024, he made his first team debut against Preston North End at Stamford Bridge in the FA Cup.
On 7 July 2024, Golding signed for Leicester City.
On 28 August 2026, Golding signed for EFL League Two club Shrewsbury Town on a season-long loan.
International career In September 2021, Golding made two appearances for the Republic of Ireland under-16 team, both in friendly matches against Malta, scoring in a 6–0 win on 23 September 2021.
Golding had represented England at under-16, under-17 and under-18 level. He had captained England at the 2023 UEFA European Under-17 Championship. Golding is also eligible to represent Republic of Ireland through his family.
On 2 November 2023, Golding was included in the England squad for the 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup.
Personal life Golding is the brother of fellow professional footballer James Golding and scholar Aidan Golding.
Honours England U18s 2024 U18 Pinatar Super Cup
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueFA CupEFL CupOtherTotal DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsChelsea U212022–23———10102023–24———1111Total0000002121Chelsea2023–24Premier League001000—10Leicester City2024–25Premier League100000—102025–26Championship000000—00Shrewsbury Town (loan)2026–27League Two1000—0010Career total2010002151
References
External links
Profile at the Leicester City F.C. website