Jenna Nighswonger has change into Arsenal’s first signing of the January window, becoming a member of from US Nationwide Girl’s Soccer League facet Gotham FC.
The 24-year-old full-back made 46 appearances and netted 4 objectives since being drafted for Gotham FC again in January 2023.
Her contributions helped Gotham declare the 2023 NWSL Championship, in addition to incomes her the accolade of NWSL Rookie of the 12 months.
The swift development of the USA worldwide caught the attention of , and Nighswonger is delighted to have gotten the transfer carried out. “It’s an unbelievable feeling to have the ability to name myself an Arsenal participant,” she mentioned.
“I’ve all the time wished to play in England and becoming a member of such an historic soccer membership is a dream come true.”
The Gunners’ new quantity 22, has additionally been concerned in worldwide success, being a part of the squad, which lifted the Concacaf Gold Cup in 2024 and likewise profitable gold within the Paris Olympics final summer time.
Head Coach Renée Slegers says that this expertise at such a younger age will make Nighswonger a powerful addition to the facet: “Jenna has had an incredible trajectory within the recreation and we’re delighted to deliver her to Arsenal.
“Regardless of being solely 24, she performs with nice maturity and presence and is aware of what it takes to compete on the most important phases.”
after a profitable spell as interim supervisor.
Slegers has made it clear that her aspirations are to problem for the title, and
Their 1-0 defeat final day out in opposition to Chelsea has harm these ambitions, as The Gunners presently sit 4th within the WSL, 10 factors behind their London rivals.