Paul Kenneth Dixon (born 22 February 1960) is a retired professional footballer who played as a central defender. Born in Derry, Northern Ireland, he joined English club Burnley as a 16-year-old and went on to play 24 Football League matches for the Turf Moor club but missed long periods through injury during his time in England. In 1983, following his release from Burnley, Dixon moved back to Ireland to play for Glentoran.