By Aston Villa FC

Aston Villa Women are pleased to announce the signing of Rachel Corsie on a two-and-a-half year deal, subject to league approval and International Transfer Certificate (ITC).

The central defender joins the club from Kansas City Current in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL).

Corsie, 32, has had previous spells in England with Notts County and Birmingham City.

The Scotland international becomes our third signing of the January transfer window following the arrivals of Anna Patten and Jill Scott.

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Manager Carla Ward said: “Rachel is someone I admired greatly while working with her last season.

"When we heard of her availability during this transfer window, we simply couldn’t ignore her leadership and overall quality.

"She will guide our young talent and will also give us another dimension at the back. We’re delighted to add her to the squad.”

Welcome to Aston Villa, Rachel!