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“The signing of Rafaelle represents another significant addition to our squad,” said Clare
Wheatley. “Rafaelle has proven international pedigree and we are sure that she will make a valuable
contribution both this season and moving forward.”
Blades sign Georgia Walters
Sheffield United are delighted to announce the signing of forward
Georgia Walters from FA Women’s Championship side Liverpool on a
deal until the end of the season.
The 28-year-old brings more experience and quality to Neil
Redfearn’s attack and made her debut on Sunday against Coventry
United.
A senior international for Wales, Walters joined current league
leaders Liverpool at the start of the season after an 18-month spell at
Blackburn Rovers, where she found the net three times last season.
Previously of Swindon Town, Reading and Tranmere Rovers,
Walters brings more attributes to the United attack and head coach
Redfearn is delighted to get his first deal of the January transfer
window signed and sealed.
“We’re really pleased to secure the signature of Georgia as she brings both Championship
experience and international experience with Wales.
“She’s a striker that can play in a two or lead the line and she’s already shown in training she’s
excellent with her back to goal and brings into the game really well.
“Georgia will complement the strikers we already have at the club and add real competition up
front.”
Walters also spoke of her delight at getting the deal done and is hoping to make an impact
between now and the end of the season.
“I didn’t have much time to think about it, but I didn’t need much time to think about it,” said
the striker. “I came in and met Redders and obviously recognised some of the girls from around the
league.
“Sheffield United has a really good squad and if I’m honest I don’t think the current league
position reflects the quality in the squad and the team, so I’m really happy to be on board and grateful
it’s all gone through before the weekend.”

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Front cover photo: Emily Gard of Bournemouth Sports Res battles with Rushmoor Community’s
Lou Ekins in their Hampshire County League Division One clash (www.jamesprickett.co.uk).
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