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Category: Transfers
Spurs Legend Molly Bartrip Departs
Molly Bartrip has left Tottenham Hotspur Women after a two-decade-long history with the club. The centre-back has joined Crystal Palace on a permanent transfer for an undisclosed fee. Bartrip represented Spurs 114 times. Part of her youth career was also spent at Tottenham, who she first played for aged 10 in the mid-2000s. After time […]
Martha Thomas Leaves Spurs, Signs For Newcastle
Martha Thomas has left Spurs, joining WSL2 side Newcastle on a permanent deal, having been on loan on Liverpool last season.
Alice Sombath Joins Spurs Women From Lyon
Alice Sombath has signed for Spurs Women from OL Lyonnes, the club announced today. The 22-year-old French international heads from Lyon to north London on a permanent deal.
Bethany England Joins Crystal Palace
Bethany England has joined Crystal Palace. The former Spurs skipper has signed a two-year deal with the Eagles and gets the number 9 shirt.
Victoria Pelova is a Spurs Player
Tottenham Hotspur announced the singing of Victoria Pelova. The Dutch international left Arsenal following the expiry of her contract.
Kirsty Hanson Signs for Spurs
Spurs announced the signing of Kirsty Hanson from Aston Villa on Wednesday. The 28-year-old forward joins on what is described as a long-term contract. Commenting, Hanson, said: “I’m absolutely delighted, it’s an exciting time to be a part of this Club. I’m ready for a new challenge, and I’m always wanting to be better every […]
What Does Signe Gaupset Bring to Spurs?
The first thing Signe Gaupset did in Spurs’ 1-0 win over Leicester City last weekend was make a bursting forward run. She followed that up by passing through an opponents legs. But the time she was fully in the game it was clear that Tottenham had signed a young star in the making. Data from […]
Ashleigh Neville Leaves Spurs For Leicester City
Keith Richards. Cockroaches. Ashleigh Neville playing for Spurs. Some things just feel like they will never come to an end. Well, today one of them has. The full-back has officially joined Leicester City, ending more than eight years in north London. In footballing terms, this is probably the right decision for all concerned. Spurs are […]
Spurs Get Busy in Transfer Market With Four Major Signings
It’s been a busy few days at Spurs, at least on the women’s side. The club have announced four new signings. All of them look to be players that not only bulk out the squad, but immediately improve the first team. The developments indicate both a desire from the new leadership, headed by CEO Vinai Venkatesham, to grow the women’s team. It also suggests confidence in manager Martin Ho, after a pretty successful start to the season.
New Signings For Spurs Women
The new signings are:
- Hanna Wijk – 22, defender, from BK Hacken
- Matilda Nilden- 21, winger, from BK Hacken
- Maika Hamano (loan) – 21, forward, from Chelsea
- Julie Blakstad – 24, defender, free agent
They join Signe Gaupset in arriving at Hotspur Way this month. It is noticeable that these are young players. Ho is clearly keen to develop talent and rely on existing experience from the likes of skipper Bethany England, Molly Bartrip and Drew Spence. Indeed, Spence signed a new long-term contract back in early December.
Ho described Wijk as “a modern, athletic full-back,” while Nilden “is an exciting attacking player with the ability to operate as a winger on both sides”. Yes, she is Amanda’s sister. Hamano “is a technically gifted and intelligent attacking player,” according to the head coach. Blakstad “was a clear priority for us,” commented Ho. “Despite strong competition from a number of top clubs in England and across Europe, Julie chose Tottenham Hotspur as the best environment to continue her development.”
Ashleigh Neville Set to Depart
It seems like Ashleigh Neville will be leaving Spurs. The Guardian‘s Tom Garry reported that the long-serving full-back is set to Leicester. Ironically, the Foxes are heading to Brisbane Road this weekend, as the WSL gets back underway. The two sides also meet in an upcoming FA Cup clash. It should give the fans a chance to say goodbye to a cult hero.