WSL news

Arsenal defender Jen Beattie has brought an eight-year association with the Gunners to an end by completing a move to NWSL expansion side Bay FC.

Kristie Mewis has been backed to succeed at West Ham despite not being in the same 'bracket' as one former United States women's national team star.

Lauren James and Emily Fox are among the nominees for the Women's Super League's Player of the Month after their stand-out January performances.

Barcelona's Sandra Panos has announced she will leave the club at the end of the season, possibly opening the door for England star Ellie Roebuck.

Manchester United will reportedly not be able to appeal their controversial Conti Cup elimination even after Aston Villa's ineligible player gaffe.

Brighton have announced they have sacked their head coach Melissa Phillips after less than 12 months in the role.

USWNT forward Taylor Smith has joined Brighton on a season-long loan from Gotham FC.

Lucy Staniforth has been ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury in a major blow to Alisha Lehmann's side.

Sarina Wiegman is very much in charge of England for now, but Alex Greenwood could become a Lionesses boss of the future.

Manchester City have completed the signing of Laura Blindkilde Brown from Aston Villa, with the midfielder penning a three-and-a-half year deal.

Chelsea and Canada star Jessie Fleming has joined the Portland Thorns for what is reportedly a record fee for an NWSL club.

Barcelona are reportedly eyeing up a move for Lionesses star Lauren Hemp but Manchester City have made her a fresh contract offer.

Emily Fox has opened up on Arsenal's "unique" title battle against Emma Hayes' Chelsea - with the defender competing against her future USWNT manager.

The Blues goalkeeper has won plenty of silverware since arriving in England - but European glory still eludes her

Vivianne Miedema has heralded both her Arsenal team-mates and the Gunners support after scoring her first goal in 13 months against Liverpool.

Lauren James has been nominated for the WSL Player of the Year prize at the London Football Awards, along with fellow Lioness Niamh Charles.

Aston Villa remain alive in the Women's League Cup despite fielding an ineligible player against Sunderland.