Nico Lawrence

Nico Lawrence (born 22 November 2003) is an English professional footballer who plays for club Southampton.

Career
Growing up, Lawrence had spells with Fulham, Crystal Palace and Sutton United. He later joined London-based Kinetic Academy and combined that with playing for Southern Counties East Football League side Glebe. He made six league appearances for Glebe.

In February 2022, he joined Premier League club Southampton on an 18-month contract. In January 2023, he extended his contract with Southampton until June 2025 and joined National League side Torquay United on loan. At Torquay, he won the Young Player of the Year award.

He joined Colchester United on loan in June 2023. On 9 August 2023, he made his professional debut as a half-time substitute in the EFL Cup match against Cardiff City. During a 3–0 victory against Gillingham, Lawrence suffered ankle ligament damage and was expected to be sidelined for several months. On 25 January 2024, he was recalled back to Southampton from loan. On 18 April 2024, Lawrence signed a new two-year contract.