Aston Villa Women have pulled off a masterstroke, snapping up highly-rated goalkeeper Emily Ramsey on a free transfer from Everton! The 25-year-old shot-stopper brings a wealth of WSL expertise to Villa Park, with four years of experience under her belt since joining the Toffees initially on loan in 2022.
Speaking about her move, Ramsey sounded like a player raring to go: "It felt like the right time for a new challenge" and we can't blame her – she's trading in the blue of Everton for claret and gold! The England U23 star added with conviction, "I'm excited to play at Villa Park on the right side of the team, get to know the players and see what we can achieve together this season." This signing promises a healthy dose of competition in Villa's goalkeeping department as they gear up for the new WSL campaign.
Ramsey's impressive CV already boasts six appearances over a five-year stint at Manchester United, with further loan spells at Sheffield United, West Ham, and Birmingham City adding to her experience. Not one to shy away from representing her country, she's also racked up England caps at various junior levels – including the Under-23 side – and earned a senior call-up in 2023.
Aston Villa Women's Director of Football Marisa Ewers couldn't be more pleased about the signing: "Emily is a goalkeeper with strong experience in the WSL and a real desire to continue developing her game," she enthused. With Ramsey eager to challenge herself and contribute to the group, it seems like we're on the cusp of something special at Villa Park!
This transfer deal serves as another testament to Aston Villa Women's commitment to building a top-class squad capable of taking on all comers in the WSL. With Ramsey's expertise and ambition now firmly in place, the club's aspirations for this season have just got a whole lot more realistic.