Zack Mark Anthony Emeka Nelson (born 21 April 2005) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for EFL League One club Luton Town. He will become a free agent on 30 June 2026.

Club career

Luton Town

Nelson was a youth product of Tottenham Hotspur from the age of 7 to 15, before finishing his development with Luton Town after a successful trial. He rose up their youth categories and started training with their senior team in September 2022. On 6 March 2023, he signed his first development contract with Luton Town. On 31 January 2024, he extended his contract with the club. Nelson made his senior and professional debut with Luton Town as a late substitute in a 1–1 Premier League draw with Crystal Palace on 9 March 2024.

AFC Wimbledon (loan)

On 20 January 2026, Nelson joined League One club AFC Wimbledon on loan until the end of the 2025–26 season.

International career

In September 2024, Nelson made his debut for England U20 starting in a victory against Romania at Edgeley Park.

Career statistics

As of match played 25 April 2026

Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
ClubSeasonLeagueFA CupEFL CupOtherTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Luton Town2023–24Premier League20000020
2024–25Championship2101011231
2025–26League One181201141253
Total411302241504
AFC Wimbledon (loan)2025–26League One18100181
Career total592302241685

External links

  • at Soccerway