Hinshelwood joined the youth academy of Brighton & Hove Albion at the age of 7, and worked his way up through their youth categories. He debuted with their under-18s in March 2021, and started his scholarship the following season at the age of 16.[3] On 14 April 2023, he signed a professional contract with the club until 2026.[4] He made his senior and professional debut with Brighton & Hove Albion as a late substitute replacing Deniz Undav in a 2–1 Premier League defeat to Aston Villa at Villa Park on 28 May 2023.[5] He made his first start in a 6–1 defeat against Aston Villa on 30 September 2023.[6]
On 6 December 2023, Hinshelwood scored his first career goal in a 2–1 home victory against Brentford.[7] On 9 April 2024 he signed a new contract with Brighton until June 2028.[8]
International career
Hinshelwood is a youth international for England, representing England U18 in 2023.[9] On 6 September 2023, Hinshelwood made his England U19 debut during a 1–0 defeat to Germany in Oliva.[10]
Hinshelwood is a ball-playing central midfielder with great tactical awareness. He can also play in any defensive position, but best affects games through his ball-distribution and vision which suits his midfield role best. He is an ambipedal player with a good understanding of the game, who also likes to get forward.[16]
Personal life
Hinshelwood comes from a family of footballers. His great-grandfather Wally Hinshelwood, his grandfather Paul, his father Adam, his great-uncle Martin, and his first cousin once removed Danny were all professional footballers.[3] He is the cousin of fellow Brighton youth product Harry Howell.[17]
Career statistics
Club
As of match played 3 December 2025
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
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