Niamh Charles joins City from Chelsea in £500k deal
Manchester City Women have signed England international Niamh Charles from Chelsea for £500,000 (1) (3). The 25-year-old left-back is your second summer signing after the club won the WSL title. Charles is a top defender and a statement addition to the squad (1).
Charles: 'I can't wait to get started'
Charles met the squad and toured the facilities on her first day. "Really exciting. I'm really happy to be here," she said. "I've had a great day meeting everyone and seeing the facilities. I can't wait to get started" (2). She spoke about wanting to be part of what the club is building (2).
Rico Lewis on faith and helping the homeless
Rico Lewis has opened up about his charity work and Christian faith in a new interview (4). The 21-year-old midfielder spoke about using his platform to help homeless people in Manchester. A rare, personal glimpse beyond the pitch from one of your own (4).
Fan-reaktioner
Fans are buzzing about the Charles signing, especially adding an England international from a direct rival. One supporter noted the coincidence of two players named Charles joining both the men's and women's teams on the same day. There is also some affection for former City defender Aymeric Laporte trending on the subreddit after a strong performance, and a thread celebrating a club legend who fans feel deserved more silverware. See the Charles discussion
