Aaron Hickey
Full-back · Brentford · Scotland
About Aaron Hickey
Aaron Hickey is a Scottish full-back who can play on either flank, known for his attacking instincts. After rising through Hearts' academy, he moved to Bologna (ITA) in Serie A at just 18, before signing for Brentford (ENG) for £18m in 2022. A long-term hamstring injury hampered two full seasons, but he returned to form in 2025-26 and started for Scotland at the 2026 World Cup.
Aaron Hickey's story
Glasgow & Heart of Midlothian
Born in Glasgow (SCO) on 10 June 2002, Hickey began his career at Hearts after also passing through Celtic's youth setup. He made his senior debut at 17 and quickly established himself as one of the most promising young full-backs in Scottish football.
Bologna & Serie A Breakthrough
In September 2020, Hickey moved to Bologna (ITA) for £1.5m, becoming one of the few British teenagers to thrive in Serie A. In the 2021-22 season he scored five goals in 36 appearances, becoming the first Scot to score five Serie A goals since Graeme Souness in 1984-85.
Brentford & Injury Battles
Brentford (ENG) signed Hickey for £18m in summer 2022. A serious hamstring injury sustained against Chelsea in October 2023 ruled him out for almost two full seasons. He returned to fitness in 2024-25 and recaptured his best form in 2025-26, helping Scotland qualify for and compete at the 2026 World Cup.
Did you know?
- ⚽ Hickey became the first Scottish player to score five Serie A goals since Graeme Souness in 1984-85 during his time at Bologna.
- 🏴 He started for Scotland as they beat Denmark 4-2 in their final qualifier to secure a place at the 2026 World Cup.
- 🤕 A hamstring injury sustained against Chelsea in October 2023 kept him out for nearly two full seasons, but he came back stronger.
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