By Aston Villa FC

Aston Villa Women are pleased to announce Alisha Lehmann has signed a new one-year contract.

Lehmann joined the club ahead of the 2021/22 season having previously spent time in the WSL with West Ham United and Everton.

The Switzerland international has over 30 senior caps to her name and was voted by the fans as Villa’s player of the season last campaign.

Last season, Lehmann made 23 appearances in claret and blue, scoring four goals.

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On putting pen-to-paper on a new deal, Lehmann said: "I love this club and I'm so happy to be staying."

"We have high expectations going into this season and I can't wait to get started."