Get to know Neco Williams: The Liverpool academy graduate who has become a City Ground favourite

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Neco Williams has transformed into a key player at the City Ground. Here is all you need to know about the Forest man.

Since joining from Liverpool, the Welshman has slowly managed to turn himself into one of the first names on the Forest teamsheet.

Williams’ recent shift to left-back has gone down a treat at the City Ground, becoming a key part of Nuno Espirito Santo’s defence.

Despite his Forest success, though, still not much is known about the defender’s life off the pitch, so Nottingham Forest News provides you with all the Williams information you need.

Neco Williams age/birthplace

Neco Shay Williams is 24 years old at the time of writing. His date of birth is April 13, 2001.

Williams is Welsh, having been born in Wrexham. He has gone on to represent Wales at both youth and senior level.

Neco Williams family

Neco’s father, Lee Williams, was also a footballer who plied his trade for Welsh outfit Cefn United.

His younger brother, Keelan, also plays football, currently featuring for Denbigh Town after stints at Liverpool and Burnley.

The defender also has one older sister, Taya and two younger sisters, Sarae and Ocea.

What is Neco Williams’ position?

Neco Williams is a very versatile full-back who can play on both sides of the defence. The Welshman’s form at left-back helped Nottingham Forest secure European football in 2025.

Neco Williams stats

Neco Williams began his footballing career with local side Cefn United, before joining Liverpool’s academy in 2007.

The Welshman would work his way up the ranks at Melwood, eventually making his first-team debut in 2019 in a penalty shootout win over Arsenal in the EFL Cup.

Williams would feature several more times for Jurgen Klopp’s side, playing as a back-up to Trent Alexander-Arnold, before going out on loan to Fulham for six months in 2022.

The defender would impress at Craven Cottage, so much so that Nottingham Forest would make a move for him that summer for a reported £17m.

What is Neco Williams’ salary/contract?

According to Capology, Neco Williams reportedly earns £50,000 per week at Nottingham Forest, which makes him the club’s joint sixth highest earner.

His contract at the City Ground is set to expire on June 30, 2026.

Neco Williams net worth

Williams has acquired a very sizable net worth during his playing career through wages and various sponsorships. According to Salary Sport, the defender’s net worth stands at approximately £7,044,960.

Is Neco Williams on Instagram?

Neco Williams is on Instagram and currently has 681k followers at the time of writing. His username on the Meta-owned platform is @necowilliams