Gabby George says Everton Ladies will “develop and become stronger on and off the pitch” after becoming the team’s first full-time professional.
With Everton taking the vacant spot in WSL 1 for the 2017/18 campaign following Notts County’s liquidation, the Toffees have taken the decision to transition into a full-time organisation.
Everton FC say the move is a welcome one for George, who insists it will allow the Toffees to develop and improve.
She said: “It’s a great feeling to go full-time. This is a big step for us and hopefully the team can develop and get stronger on and off the pitch.
“I signed for Everton four years ago and we’ve seen other teams go full-time during that time. It was something I wanted to do personally and now that I’ve got the opportunity to do it, I’m very excited.
“This is the best place I’ve seen Everton in since I’ve been here. I’m excited about going full-time and seeing what that will do for us playing back in WSL 1. That’s been the goal for the past two years. We’ve got in now and need to stay there and hopefully show why we deserve to be in the top division.”
