Nathaniel David Taylor (born 3 September 1992) is an English professional

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who played in the Football League as a winger for Accrington Stanley. He currently plays for

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Career

Taylor started his career as captain of the football academy at Accrington and Rossendale College, also representing the England College side. He also spent some time on trial with

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and

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. In the summer of 2011, Taylor spent time on trial at Football League Two side Accrington Stanley for pre-season after being recommended by former Stanley coach

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. In August 2011 after a successful trial, Taylor joined Stanley permanently initially on non-contract terms. He made his professional debut for the club in the same month, coming on as a substitute for Kurtis Guthrie in the 2–0 defeat to

in the

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. Later in August, Taylor signed a six-month professional contract with the club, opting to turn down the chance to attend university to study a sports degree. His league debut came in a 2–1 defeat to Southend United. His first start and final appearance for Stanley came in a 1–0 win over

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. In January 2012, Taylor was released from his contract by mutual consent. In February 2012, Taylor joined

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Division One North side Clitheroe, making his debut in a 2–0 defeat to

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. He made a total of ten appearances for Clitheroe with his final appearance coming in a defeat to AFC Fylde in April 2012. His spell at Clitheroe was short and Taylor joined

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First Division side Nelson in November 2012. Taylor impressed in his first season with the club as Nelson finished in mid-table. He signed a new one-year contract in July 2013, turning down a number of clubs higher up the football pyramid. In August 2013, after a bright start to the season he suffered a fractured fibula and was out of action for five months. In January 2014, after making a full recovery, he returned to first team training. He finished the season with seven appearances and one goal as Nelson were crowned champions and gained promotion to the NWCFL Premier Division. In May 2014, Taylor committed himself to Nelson for another season.

Career statistics

Honours

Nelson *

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: 2013–14

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Taylor, Nat Living people 1992 births English men's footballers Footballers from Manchester Men's association football forwards Accrington Stanley F.C. players Clitheroe F.C. players Nelson F.C. players English Football League players Northern Premier League players Ramsbottom United F.C. players