Bethany England signs for Crystal Palace
Newly promoted Women's Super League club Crystal Palace have signed striker Bethany England on a free transfer.
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Women's Super League newcomers Crystal Palace have secured the signing of striker Bethany England. The 32-year-old moves on a free transfer after her contract with Tottenham expired this summer.
England has signed a two-year deal with an option for an additional 12 months and will wear the number nine shirt for her new club. With 87 WSL goals to her name, she brings a wealth of experience to the Palace squad.
It feels great to sign for Crystal Palace. I'm very excited to be here, and I'm looking forward to meeting all the girls and getting started. Bethany England
During her distinguished career, the striker won four WSL titles and two Women's FA Cups during a seven-year stint at Chelsea. Internationally, she was part of the England squad that claimed victory at Euro 2022 and finished as runners-up in the 2023 Women's World Cup.
Crystal Palace manager Jo Potter expressed her delight with the acquisition, noting that England's proven scoring ability will be crucial for the team's prospects in the upcoming campaign as they look to establish themselves in the top flight.