'Forest is all I've known' - Abbott signs new dealpublished at 18:15 23 July
Image source, Getty ImagesNottingham Forest defender Zach Abbott is hoping for "many more years" with the club after signing a new long-term deal.
The 19-year-old has agreed a contract until the summer of 2029, extending his eight-year stay with the club, having joined the academy at the age of 11.
Abbott made two appearances for Nuno Espirito Santo's side last season, making his first start for the Reds in the Carabao Cup in August 2024 and also starting in the FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City at Wembley in April.
To cap an impressive season, he was named captain of England for the European Under-19 Championships this summer.
"It's something you dream of as a kid making steps in the game and I'm glad I'm continuing the journey at this club," Abbott told club media. "All I can say is thank you to everyone that has helped me on this journey
"Forest is all I've known. It's been my life, every day, even when I was young and in school my parents would take me to training in the evenings. Hopefully it'll be for many more years, and we can achieve more together."
Forest's chief football officer, Ross Wilson, added: "We have a proud history of seeing players from our academy graduate into the first team setup, and Zach continues to handle that transition impressively.
"His semi-final performance at Wembley, was a result of his hard work and professionalism from the moment he joined Nuno's group.
"He continues to be guided by his team-mates and the fantastic staff at the club, and his desire to improve as a player and person will serve him well for the future."
