Michael Hector — Player Profile (Jamaica)

• Full name: Michael Antonio Hector
• Date of birth: 19 July 1992
• Place of birth: Chelsea, London, England
• Nationality: Represents Jamaica (eligible for Jamaica through descent; also English-born)
• Position: Centre-back (can also play as defensive midfielder)
• Height: 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in)
• International debut for Jamaica: 2019 (first call-ups and competitive appearances began around 2019)

Club career highlights

• Developed in Chelsea's youth system and remained contracted to Chelsea early in his career, but spent multiple seasons on loan at lower-league and Championship clubs.
• Notable loan spells included clubs such as Sheffield Wednesday, Queens Park Rangers (QPR), and Reading.
• Signed permanently by Reading in 2018 and later transferred to Fulham (initially on loan, then permanent), playing in the English Championship and Premier League.
• Also had spells at clubs including Hull City (loan), and Luton Town on loan.

International career (Jamaica)

• Opted to represent Jamaica at senior level despite being born in England.
• Part of Jamaica squads for CONCACAF Nations League and Gold Cup qualifying/competitions following his call-up around 2019.

Playing style

• Physical, tall central defender known for aerial ability, strong tackling and interceptions.
• Comfortable carrying the ball out from the back and contributing to build-up play when required.

Notes

• Club affiliations and caps may have changed since this profile; for the most up-to-date club, appearance and goal figures, consult the latest club roster or competition records.