Neco Williams: Nottingham Forest to benefit from Craig Bellamy decision away from City Ground
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Credit: Imago Sat 2 May 2026 10:00, UK Neco Williams has become one of the first names on Nottingham Forest‘s teamsheet, and he is only going to improve at the City Ground.With two goals and four assists in 48 games this season, the 25-year-old is one of Forest’s most dangerous players, not to mention his defensive capabilities in front of his own goal.He has only gone from strength to strength since making the permanent move from Liverpool in 2022, and already boasting 55 caps for Wales, Williams is set for an illustrious career on the international stage.Forest will not want to lose Williams in any future transfer windows, especially as he only continues to hone his skillset and become a more valuable Premier League star. ⚽ Nottingham Forest Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and tactical analysis for every Nottingham Forest fixture. VISIT THE FOREST MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Craig Bellamy will continue to lead Neco Williams with WalesWhile those at the City Ground will take pride in Williams’ development over the last four seasons, a lot of his improvements could be down to his performances on the international stage.Craig Bellamy has been huge for the 25-year-old’s career.
The 46-year-old has only been in charge since the summer of 2024, but the flying full-back has grown so much in that limited time.Although his goal contributions have dried up at the Cardiff City Stadium, how the Wales boss coaches him seems to have a positive effect back in England, and that is only set to continue.Neco Williams’ 2025-26 Premier LeagueStats [FotMob]Minutes played2890Goals2Assists3Chances created34Successful dribbles per 900.87Duels won56.6%Tackles per 902.62Recoveries4.55According to reports, despite strong interest from Burnley following Scott Parker’s departure, Bellamy is not going to Turf Moor ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, which is a major relief for the national team.What has the Nottingham Forest star said about his international boss?Williams only ever has positive things to say about Bellamy, describing him as “top class” in 2024 and never looking back [BBC Sport]. He clearly has a huge impact on the player’s career.Mick Brown had been concerned by some of Williams’ displays at Forest, but there are very few at the City Ground who would want to cash in on the talented full-back.He always returns from the Wales camp after glowing reviews on the international stage, giving him increased confidence upon being reinstated to the Forest lineup.There is no telling how a new manager would impact the 25-year-old’s development away from the City Ground, so the news that Bellamy doesn’t want the Burnley job is a huge bonus for the Reds.
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