England striker Lauren Hemp has ended speculation over her future by signing a new three-year contract with Manchester City.
The 23-year-old winger was a key figure for City, helping the club win four trophies while scoring 65 goals in 157 appearances.
Hemp was due to be out of contract in the summer as Barcelona were reportedly interested in her, but she has signed a contract that will see her stay with the WSL leaders until 2027.
Hemp, who has 55 caps for England, said: “This is a special team. I want to take my game to the next level and I feel like I’m capable of doing that. The WSL is the best league there is.” .
“I feel at home here in Manchester. With the squad we have here we are constantly learning and it is very special to be involved at a club where we are capable of achieving anything.”
“This club is very close to my heart and there is no place I would rather be. I’m really looking forward to continuing this journey over the next few years.”
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“There will be more to come from hemp”
Hemp has 55 caps for England
Hemp, a four-time winner of the PFA Young Player of the Year award, has scored nine goals and provided six assists this season.
Their contributions have helped Man City, who face Bristol City, survive Sky Sports on Sunday at the top of the WSL table and will fight for the title with second-placed Chelsea
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Lauren Hemp scores a fine individual goal to double Manchester City’s lead against Everton in the WSL
Man City head coach Gareth Taylor said: “Lauren is an outstanding player and I look forward to continuing the journey we started together four years ago.”
“The development she has shown has been incredible and we know she will continue to bring great things to the team over the next three years. There is still so much to do and we are delighted that Lauren has extended her stay with the club.”
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Lauren Hemp gives Manchester City an early lead as they take a 1-0 lead in their WSL clash against Liverpool
Nils Nielsen, Man City’s director of football, added: “We are all so proud of Lauren and what she has already achieved in the six years she has been with us – but we know there is still much more to come lies with us.”
“Lauren is fearless, hard-working and one of the brightest young talents in the game. What she has achieved in such a short career is incredible and we can’t wait to see what the next few years have in store for us as a team and for her as a player.” Player.
“The natural talent, ability and determination that Lauren possesses is evident and we believe she can become one of the best players in the world. We’ve only just scratched the surface of what she can do.”
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April 28: Bristol City vs Man Citycontinue to live Sky SportsKick-off 6:45 p.m
5th of May: Man City against Arsenal, kick-off 2.15 p.m
May 18: Aston Villa vs Man CityKick-off 3 p.m
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