Nelson Abbey
Mercato XI valuation · €8.7M · July 2026
Current Team
Rio Ave
Nelson Abbey
Performance Summary
Season snapshot
Season Rating
Tackles / G
1.6
Int / G
0.9
Duel Win %
60%
Aerials Won
18
Clean Sheets
4
Pass Acc.
84.6%
Tackles
41
Interceptions
24
Appearances
26
Rating
6.59
Detailed stats
Player Statistics
Assists
1
Shots
4
Shots on Target
1
Shot Accuracy
25%
Big Chances Created
2
Transfer History
Career moves for Nelson Abbey
About Nelson Abbey
Nelson Abbey is a 22-year-old English defender at Rio Ave, where he wears the number 6 shirt. Standing at 187cm and left-footed, he plays in Liga Portugal.
Across 26 appearances and 2,090 minutes in the 2025/26 season, Nelson Abbey has contributed 41 tackles and 24 interceptions to his side's defensive work, also chipping in with 0 goals and 1 assist.
As of July 2026, Mercato XI values Nelson Abbey at €8.7M, a figure that has remained broadly steady in recent months. Playing regularly in Liga Portugal, a defined role at Rio Ave, and being at a productive age for a defender all support a positive outlook on his value. Read the methodology to learn more about how we estimate player value.
Frequently asked questions
What position does Nelson Abbey play?+
Nelson Abbey plays as a defender for Rio Ave, and is 22 years old.
What are Nelson Abbey's stats for the 2025/26 season?+
In the 2025/26 season, Nelson Abbey has made 26 appearances in Liga Portugal, contributing 41 tackles, 24 interceptions, 0 goals and 1 assist.
How is Nelson Abbey's 2026 market value calculated?+
Mercato XI estimates Nelson Abbey's market value with an AI model that weighs his on-pitch performance, age, and the strength of Liga Portugal. The valuation is recalculated every month.