Stephen Kingsley, deemed as a substantial talent in the realm of Scottish football, was born on July 23, 1994. The Scotsman, who has already clocked 31 years, dons the role of a defender, particularly gravitating towards the position of a central defender. Currently, he showcases his prowess on the field for Hearts. Not a towering figure, but Kingsley stands substantially at 5ft 10in (1.78m), with a fit physique, tipping the scales at 12st 1lb (77kg). In his present club, he is spotted wearing the number 3 jersey.
According to Transfermarkt, Kingsley's current market value is roughly estimated around €70k, which coverts to about £59k.
The journey in professional football for Kingsley started in January 2011, when he signed for Falkirk in the Scottish Premiership. Over the course of four seasons, Kingsley transitioned from a fresh signee to a regular starter, making over 88 league appearances with a single goal in the 2013-2014 season.
In July 2014, a new chapter commenced in Kingsley's football career when he transferred to Swansea City, playing in England's Championship, at a transfer fee roughly estimated at £350k. During his time at Swansea City, he also spent brief periods on loan at Yeovil Town and Crewe Alexandra. However, his stint at Swansea City was not as fruitful as his early years at Falkirk, with only limited first-team utilization.
In August 2017, Kingsley moved from Swansea City to Hull City, also competing in England's Championship. At Hull City, he had a fairly consistent showing over three seasons. Nevertheless, in October 2020, the Scotsman made a strategic move back to his homeland, signing for Hearts in the Scottish Premiership.
It seems the transition back to familiar terrain invigorated Kingsley, with impressing performances over the course of five seasons at Hearts, including a strong showing in the current 2025-2026 season. Furthermore, his contribution in Hearts' 2025-2026 League Cup run highlighted his versatility. His performances have made him a vital cog in the Hearts setup, marking a fruitful re-emergence back into Scottish football.
