Aston Villa Women Sign Ellie Roebuck from Barcelona

Aston Villa Women have signed goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck from Barcelona on a two-year deal.

What happened?

Ellie Roebuck joins Aston Villa Women after her departure from Barcelona, where she had her contract terminated a year early.

Why it matters for Aston Villa Women

Director of women's football, Marisa Ewers, expressed delight at Roebuck's signing, citing her experience and potential to drive performance levels.

Roebuck previously played for Manchester City, winning the WSL title once and the FA Cup three times. She made her Barcelona debut in December after recovering from a stroke.

What comes next?

Roebuck's signing is a significant boost to Aston Villa Women's squad, and she is expected to make an impact in the upcoming season.