Ben Wiles


Benjamin Jack Wiles is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Milton Keynes Dons.

Early life

Wiles was born in Rawmarsh, Rotherham, South Yorkshire and attended Kilnhurst Primary School and later Rawmarsh Community School.

Club career

Rotherham United

Wiles began his career at Rotherham United, progressing through the club's youth academy before signing a one-year professional contract on 1 June 2017. He joined Northern Premier League Division One South club Frickley Athletic on 10 August 2017 on a one-month youth loan, where he made five appearances. Upon returning, he made his first-team debut for Rotherham on 3 October in a 2–1 loss at home to Chesterfield in the EFL Trophy.
Wiles scored his first professional goal on 31 August 2019 in the League One game against Tranmere Rovers.

Huddersfield Town

On 25 August 2023, Wiles signed for fellow EFL Championship side Huddersfield Town for a "significant" undisclosed fee, on a three-year deal.

Milton Keynes Dons

On 8 January 2026, Wiles signed for League Two club Milton Keynes Dons for an undisclosed fee. He made his league debut on 17 January 2026, scoring the first goal in a 2–0 away win over Accrington Stanley.

Personal life

His grandfather is the former Scotland and Sheffield United defender Eddie Colquhoun.

Honours

Rotherham United
Individual
  • Rotherham United Young Player of the Season: 2019–20