Manchester United’s teenage defender Jess Simpson has joined newly-promoted Bristol City on a season-long loan deal ahead of the transfer deadline.
The Robins announced news of the transfer via a post on their official club website this evening.
Simpson is yet to really break into the first team at Manchester United. She has twice been named as an unused substitute for matches in the early rounds of the domestic cups. The 18-year-old was a regular for The Red Devils in the WSL Academy League last season. She made 13 appearances in the competition while she netted an impressive four goals.
The player now needs to gain some experience of playing senior football and she will be hoping to get some minutes at Bristol City this season.
After securing her loan move to Ashton Gate, Simpson said “I’m really excited to be a part of this team. I can’t wait for the challenge of playing in the WSL and getting exposure to playing against and with some amazing players.
“I’m excited for the opportunity to develop as a player both on and off the pitch, and Bristol City seems the perfect fit.”
Simpson becomes Bristol City head coach Lauren Smith’s tenth signing of the summer transfer window.
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