Jordan Alexander Houghton (born 5 November 1995) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for EFL Championship club Plymouth Argyle.

[5] After establishing himself in the starting 11, Houghton scored his first professional goal in a 5–1 victory over Fleetwood Town on 29 September, also at Priestfield Stadium.

[6] On 2 January 2016, Houghton announced via his social media accounts that Gillingham had decided against extending his loan and that he would return to Chelsea after failing to impress under manager Justin Edinburgh.

[17] On 6 July 2018, following his release from Chelsea, Houghton signed for League Two club Milton Keynes Dons on a two-year deal.

[20] On 25 June 2021, Houghton signed for League One side Plymouth Argyle on a permanent basis after his last spell at the club five years ago.