Everton Ladies sign England U19 duo Walsh and George

Wednesday 05 Feb 2014
Gabrielle George in action for England U19s

Everton Ladies have bolstered their squad ahead of the new FA Women's Super League (FA WSL) season by signing two England internationals.

Goalkeeper Megan Walsh and defender Gabrielle George join Andy Spence's side as they prepare for the big kick-off in April.

Walsh, has played for her country at U17s and U19s level and was part of the squad that finished runners-up at last year's European Championship Finals in Wales.

 

“Megan and Gabby fit the profile of the type of person and player we want at Everton.”

Andy Spence Everton Manager

 

 

She had a short spell on loan at Everton from Aston Villa last season and will now be looking to compete for the No.1 shirt with England's Rachel Brown-Finnis.

Meanwhile, 17-year-old George moves to Merseyside from Manchester United's Centre of Excellence.

George has been a regular member of the England U17s squad and recently made the step into the U19s squad for their 4-4 draw with Norway.

"Both Megan and Gabby fit the profile of the type of person and player we want at Everton," Spence told the Everton website.

"Megan has obviously tasted WSL football last season when she joined us on loan and her debut away to Birmingham was simply outstanding.

"To now have her on board really does provide us with two goalkeepers who are of top quality and who will push each other on.

Megan Walsh

Goalkeeper Megan Walsh joins Everton

 

"Gabby is the youngest member of the squad and because of that she will be developed accordingly to allow her to understand the demands of senior football.

"She is someone who has significant potential and we will be mindful of ensuring we give her the right exposure to the first team environment, but also the development squad environment as well, as both will be crucial to her development."

England U19 Millie Turner has also signed her first senior contract with the club.

"Millie is a player who has fantastic technical skills," added the Blues boss.

"She will continue to be allowed time to grow and develop over the coming years but we know we have a player who is making good progress and will continue to develop her undoubted potential."

 

By FA Staff