Nottingham Forest has confirmed that Neco Williams has signed a new long-term deal, ensuring the versatile full-back will stay at the City Ground until 2030.
Softfootball reports that the 25-year-old had just recently extended his previous contract set to run until 2029, which was signed in the summer of 2025. Nevertheless, the club acted swiftly to honor his exceptional contributions with a more significant commitment.
This move underscores the club’s focus on retaining key players as they aim to construct a competitive squad capable of progressing further in the Premier League.
Williams had a standout 2025/26 season, reinforcing his role as a vital player for the Tricky Trees. His reliability, adaptability, and relentless effort on the field earned him acclaim from fans, culminating in his recognition as Nottingham Forest’s Fans’ Player of the Season.
The extension of his contract serves as both a reward for his stellar performances and a clear indication of the club’s ambitions.
The club intends to focus on players who embody the essence and spirit of Nottingham Forest, ensuring that their most influential team members remain dedicated to the club’s vision.
Forest’s sporting director, Ross Wilson, stated that the club is committed to ongoing development and sees the retention of top players as a crucial component of that effort.
We want to continue developing and growing as a club, and a big part of that process is making sure our top-performing players are committed to the club
he stated.
Williams first joined Nottingham Forest from Liverpool in July 2022 for a fee of around £17 million.
Since his transfer from Merseyside to the Midlands, the Wales international has emerged as one of the club’s most reliable players, proving his worth across various defensive positions.
His development is evident in his significant playing time, as Williams has now made 163 appearances for Forest, contributing four goals and 10 assists throughout his stay at the City Ground.
He participated in 53 matches across all competitions last season and has continued to have a pivotal role at the start of the current campaign, featuring in both of Forest’s opening Premier League games.
The timing of his new deal is significant for the club, as Nottingham Forest aims to build on their progress and achieve greater stability in the Premier League.
The Tricky Trees have faced a tough start to the 2026/27 season but managed to secure their first point last weekend with a thrilling 2-2 draw against Liverpool at Anfield.
Forest twice took the lead thanks to goals from Dan Ndoye and Morgan Gibbs-White, only for Alexander Isak and Victor Muñoz to level the match.
This draw came after two defeats at the hands of Leeds United in both the Premier League and EFL Cup, leaving manager Oliver Glasner still seeking his first competitive win with the team.
Despite the challenging start, the club’s move to secure Williams’ future demonstrates their intent to prioritize building for the long term rather than letting uncertainties surrounding individual players cloud their overall objectives.
At 25, Williams is at a crucial point in his career, and Nottingham Forest clearly views him as someone who can help fulfill their ambitions for the foreseeable future.
By extending his contract until 2030, Nottingham Forest has made it clear that Williams is an integral part of their strategy moving forward.
