England captain Williamson signs new Arsenal deal
England captain Leah Williamson has signed a new two-year contract with Arsenal, continuing her long-standing association with the club where she has made over 250 appearances since her debut in 2014. Despite being hampered by injuries this season, including a knee injury sustained during the 2025 Women's Euros, Williamson remains a key figure both on and off the pitch. Her re-signing follows those of Kim Little, Stina Blackstenius, and Steph Catley, as Arsenal strengthens its squad for future domestic and European success.
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England captain Williamson signs new Arsenal dealImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Williamson has been named in the WSL team of the season on three occasionsByEmma SandersBBC Sport women’s football news reporterPublished9 minutes agoByElizabeth BotcherbyBBC Sport journalistEngland captain Leah Williamson has signed a new contract with Women's Super League side Arsenal.BBC Sport understands the 29-year-old defender has signed a two-year deal.Williamson, who joined Arsenal's academy aged nine, has spent her entire senior career with the club, chalking up more than 250 appearances in all competitions since making her debut in 2014."Everyone at the club looks forward to Leah's continued leadership and performances here at Arsenal," said the club, via a statement.She has helped Arsenal…
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