Kaden Elliot Braithwaite (born 25 March 2008) is an English footballer who plays as a defender for Manchester City.
Club career.
Braithwaite was born in Bolton and was first scouted by Manchester City at under-sevens level while playing for his grassroots team Ladybridge. He was named vice-captain of their under-18 team.
On 24 September 2024, Braithwaite made his senior club debut starting in the EFL Cup against Watford. He became the third-youngest player to make their full debut for the club, and the youngest player to play under manager Pep Guardiola.
International career.
Born in England, Braithwaite is of Jamaican descent. He is an England youth international. In 2023 he made four appearances for the England under-15 team and also represented England U16. In September 2024 he scored for England U17 against Germany. He was included in the squad for the 2025 UEFA European Under-17 Championship.
Style of play.
Braithwaite mainly operates as a defender. He specifically operates as a center-back. He can also operate as a left-back or as a midfielder. He is known for his strength. He is also known for his versatility.