Kellan Gordon (born 25 December 1997) is an English professional

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who plays as a defender for club Notts County.

Early life

Born in

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, Gordon hails from the nearby village of Branston.

Club career

Derby County

Having joined Derby County's academy aged 14 after being released by

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, Gordon signed his first professional deal in 2015 with Derby, then in the Championship. On 22 August 2017, Gordon made his debut for Derby during their

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tie against Grimsby Town, replacing Mason Bennett in the 75th minute in their 1–0 victory. On 31 August 2017, Gordon joined

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club Swindon Town on a season-long loan along with teammate

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. On 9 September 2017, Gordon replaced Keshi Anderson to make his Swindon debut during their 3–0 away victory over Luton Town. On 28 October 2017, Gordon scored his first professional goal during Swindon's 3–0 away victory over

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, netting Town's third in the 85th minute. Gordon went on to score three more times in all competitions before returning to Derby in April after sustaining a dislocated shoulder. On 28 August 2018, Gordon joined League Two Lincoln City on loan until January 2019.

Mansfield Town

On 25 July 2019, Gordon joined

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on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. On 5 February 2021, Gordon signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract with the club.

Crawley Town

On 31 January 2023, Gordon joined Crawley Town on an 18-month deal for an undisclosed fee.

Notts County

On 12 July 2024, Gordon returned to League Two, joining Notts County on a two-year contract.

Personal life

Gordon's younger brother Kaide Gordon is a professional footballer for

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Career statistics

Honours

Crawley Town * EFL League Two play-offs:

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References

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Gordon, Kellan 1997 births Living people English men's footballers Footballers from Burton upon Trent Men's association football midfielders Derby County F.C. players Swindon Town F.C. players Lincoln City F.C. players Mansfield Town F.C. players Crawley Town F.C. players Notts County F.C. players English Football League players