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Who is Zach Abbott? The Nottingham Forest academy graduate tipped for stardom

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Zach Abbott is one of Nottingham Forest’s brightest talents. Here is everything you need to know about the youngster.

Having made his first-team debut at just 16 years old in 2022, Abbott is expected to achieve big things at the City Ground.

Following on from his record-breaking debut, the Forest youngster has since featured for his boyhood club in the FA Cup semi-final, with Abbott impressing against Man City at right-back.

So, with much expected of the young defender, Nottingham Forest News thought it was worth taking a closer look at the life Forest academy graduate.

Nottingham Forest v Newcastle United - Carabao Cup Second Round
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Zach Abbott age/birthplace

Zach MacFarlane Abbott is currently 18 years old at the time of writing. He was born on May 13, 2006.

Abbott is English and has represented the Three Lions at multiple youth levels.

What is Zach Abbott’s position?

Abbott has spent the majority of his football career so far as a centre-back; he can, however, also deputise as a full-back on both flanks, making him very versatile.

Zach Abbott stats

Zach Abbott is a product of the Nottingham Forest academy, making his senior debut for the club in 2022. He has since gone on to feature heavily for the Forest youth sides as well as appearing for the first team in the FA Cup semi-final.

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2022–Nottingham Forest3(0)
2022–Nottingham Forest U2156(3)
2022–Nottingham Forest U1834(0)
Stats correct as of 29/04/2025. Credit: Transfermarkt
Nottingham Forest v Manchester City - Emirates FA Cup Semi Final
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What is Zach Abbott’s salary?

According to SalarySport, Abbott reportedly earns £2,000 p/w at Nottingham Forest, which earns him roughly £104,000 per year.

Zac Abbott Instagram

Zac Abbott is on Instagram and currently has just over 8k followers. His username is @zachabottt