Chris Cadden, born 19 September 1996 (age 29), is a Scottish right-back with Aberdeen. His clearest early statement came at Motherwell, where the 2016-17 league season gave him a proper run of senior football: 36 appearances and three goals, still his most productive campaign in front of goal.
That Motherwell spell established him as a reliable wide defender rather than a passing prospect. He had enough engine and discipline to make himself useful over a full season, which is often the difference between a young player being discussed and one being trusted.
By 2026-27, Cadden was with Aberdeen, where he has made five league appearances and two in the League Cup. Across all competitions for the club, he has seven appearances.
His career has been shaped by regular senior football rather than headlines: a Motherwell breakthrough, a steady role on the right, and a current place in Aberdeenโs squad.
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