Alexander Cole Mighten (born 11 April 2002) is a professional footballer who plays as a winger for KV Kortrijk on loan from Nottingham Forest.
Club career
Mighten is currently a member of the Nottingham Forest academy, appearing for the club's Under-18 team. Mighten joined Forest in 2009 after previously playing for Arnold Town. During his development, Mighten received support from former Forest players Des Walker and David Johnson.
On 24 September 2019, Mighten made his professional debut when he appeared as a 78th-minute substitute during a 5–0 loss in an EFL Cup fixture against Arsenal. He then made his first start for the Reds on 5 January 2020 in a 2–0 loss to Chelsea in an FA Cup match, Mighten impressed in the game, winning a penalty for Forest only for it to be ruled out by a marginal VAR decision.
On 24 August 2020, Mighten signed a new contract extension keeping him at the club until June 2025. He scored his first professional goal in a 1-1 draw against Millwall on 19 December 2020.
International career
Mighten has represented England at U15 through to U18 level. As Mighten was born in Connecticut, United States, he is also eligible to represent the United States men's national soccer team.
2022-2023 (Loan) |
2020-2025 |