In the realm of Scottish football, Sam Nicholson has made a name for himself as a versatile and dedicated forward. Born in the midst of a frosty Scottish winter on the 20th of January 1995, Nicholson now at the seasoned age of 30 plays primarily as a right winger for Motherwell. With a stature of 5ft 8in (1.75m) and weight of 11st 2lb (71kg), he's recognised on the field with his number 19 jersey. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is approximately £255k.
Nicholson's journey into professional football began in July 2011 when he joined Hearts as a trainee, subsequently marking his four-year tenure there with several significant performances, notably in his debut season (2013-2014) where he clocked 25 first-team appearances with two league goals, and the following season where he scored five times from 29 league matches. Unfortunately, his performances dipped slightly in the following seasons, culminating in his transfer to Minnesota United in the MLS in July 2017.
Nicholson's time in the United States proved to be a mix of highs and lows. After initially joining Minnesota United, he made 20 first-team appearances and scored twice in two seasons. Following a transfer to Colorado Rapids, also in the MLS, in May 2018, he increased his game appearances and managed to find the net more frequently. He made a brief move to Bristol Rovers in England in July 2020 before heading back to Colorado in 2022 to continue his American adventure.
In a surprising twist, he returned home to Scottish soils in January 2024, joining Motherwell in the Scottish Premiership. Despite a slow start to his return with nine appearances and two goals in his first season and a half, he still managed to showcase his dedication to the game. As of the current 2025 - 2026 season, Nicholson has yet to make a first-team appearance for Motherwell, but his performances in the Scottish Cup during the 2024 - 2025 season hint at his potential to make a significant impact on the pitch.
