She Kicks Magazine
·19 August 2024
Man City Women sign Naomi Layzell on four-year deal
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She Kicks Magazine
·19 August 2024
Manchester City have signed England youth international defender Naomi Layzell from Bristol City on a four-year contract.
The 20-year-old was an integral part of Bristol City’s promotion to the WSL in 2022-23 season, playing 20 of their 22 matches in which they conceded just 12 goals.
A 5’9” centre-back, Layzell has been capped by England from U-15 level through to the Under-23s.
Layzell said: “It’s quite surreal to be honest. You always want to play for the top teams as a young player and I think joining City is an exciting opportunity for me.”
“Playing alongside and against top elite professionals in the world is just a brilliant opportunity and a really hard one to turn down. I grew so much as a person at Bristol City, but I felt it was time for me to find a new challenge. I’m really excited to get involved.”
Head Coach Gareth Taylor said: “We‘re pleased to add Naomi to the team for next season. She’s a quality defender and we’re looking forward to helping her grow and develop as a player.”