Charles Clayden


Charles James Clayden is an English footballer who plays as a wing back or winger for Boreham Wood.

Career

Leyton Orient

Clayden made his professional debut for Leyton Orient coming on as a 62nd-minute substitute in a 3–1 victory on the final day of the 2017–18 National League season against Gateshead.

Charlton Athletic

Clayden joined Charlton Athletic on a free transfer from Leyton Orient on 30 May 2019.
Clayden made his debut for Charlton on 7 August 2021 coming on as an 89th-minute substitute in a 0–0 draw on the opening day of the 2021–22 League One season against Sheffield Wednesday.

Dulwich Hamlet (loan)

On 24 October 2020, Clayden joined non-league Dulwich Hamlet on a month's loan.

Wealdstone (loan)

On 18 February 2022, Clayden joined National League side Wealdstone on a month's loan. Clayden scored his first senior goal in a 4–1 defeat to Eastleigh.
On 19 March 2022 it was announced that Clayden had extended his loan until the end of the season. He went on to make a total of 18 appearances for the club.

Bromley (loan)

On 7 October 2022, Clayden joined Bromley on loan until 6 January 2023.

Wealdstone

On 23 March 2023, Clayden joined Wealdstone on a permanent deal.

Boreham Wood

On 17 November 2023, Clayden joined Boreham Wood for an undisclosed fee. On 18 May 2025, Clayden scored the only goal as Boreham Wood defeated Maidstone United in the National League South play-off final.

Honours

Boreham Wood