England Women’s striker Toni Duggan has joined Manchester City after rejecting a new contract with Everton.
The 22-year-old signed a three-year deal with The FA WSL newcomers where she will link up with fellow Three Lions stars Jill Scott and Karen Bardsley.
Duggan, who has scored eight goals in 14 internationals, told City’s official website: "I’m delighted to get the move finished.
"City have always been a big club and when I met with them, I found that their plans for the women’s game are massive. They’re looking to take the game to the next level and that’s what it needs.
"Jill, Karen and I are England internationals and I don’t think they’ve had anyone of that calibre at the club previously.
"The move is a big change for me and I’m not going to lie, it’s been hard. I was at Everton from a young age and they’ve done so much for me. As I say, I can’t thank them enough but sometimes, you just need a fresh challenge and I want to better myself as a player."
She continued: "I have a lot of experience at club level and I've experienced Champions League football with Everton too.
"I just want to bring that to Man City and hopefully, that can be our target. I’d love nothing more than to be in the Champions League again one day and to do it with City would be fantastic.
"A little bit of silverware would be nice, although it may be a bit too soon. I’m just looking forward to kicking on with City and hopefully, securing my place in the England team once again."
