Arsenal Women’s Leah Williamson signs new contract

Arsenal's Leah Williamson signed a new contract
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Leah Williamson is to add to her 232 appearances for Arsenal after signing a new contract with the Gunners.

Williamson told arsenal.com “I’m very happy to be staying – this is a place where I can still continue to grow, develop and be challenged. As a group, we’re all very focused on bringing more silverware to this club and I can’t wait to get started again when the new season comes around.”

Head Coach Jonas Eidevall added: “Leah is an essential part of our team so we’re delighted she has signed a new contract with us. She brings us so much on and off the pitch – leadership, accountability and commitment. Leah has a special bond with Arsenal and I’m looking forward to continuing to work together to bring more success to this great club.”

Director of Women’s Football Clare Wheatley said: “Leah’s connection with Arsenal runs so deep – I can remember her as a girl in our academy many years ago, and I’m so proud of the determined, passionate woman she has become. We’re thrilled that Leah has signed a new deal here and I know our supporters will join me in congratulating her today.”

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