Everton sign defender Blundell on permanent deal

Open menu

OneFootball's home page

Settings

WSL Full-Time

20 July 2026

The Toffees announced the news

via a post on their official club website

earlier today.

The 32-year-old full-back has joined Everton on a free transfer. She returns to Goodison Park following a successful loan spell in the second half of last season.

Blundell joined Everton on loan from Manchester United in January. She made 10 appearances for The Toffees, helping the club to record an eighth-place finish in the Barclays Women’s Super League.

After agreeing to sign for Everton permanently, Blundell said “I am really happy. It is a proud moment for me and my family, and is something I wanted to do. As soon as I knew Scott [Phelan] was going to be the manager, it was an easy decision for me to stay. I am really excited to get going.

“I want to play alongside these players. You could see the happiness we had at the World Sevens tournament in May – I think everyone showed their true colours. The girls are fantastic. It makes it so easy to play alongside them, and I think that bodes well in bringing the togetherness in the group. Hopefully, that shows on the pitch as well as off the pitch.

“The Club is a very special one. It is something I am very proud to be a part of. I think the history shows itself and I am extremely proud to be wearing the badge properly this time. Hopefully, we can create some special memories together.”

Blundell is Everton’s third signing of the summer transfer window.

WSL: Aston Villa sign goalkeeper Emily Ramsey from rivals Everton

Her Football Hub

Early Everton Move For Winger Looks Off Cards Amid Fight Desire

Inside Futbol

‘Pursuing A Deal’ – Bundesliga Side Chasing Rangers Linked Everton Star

Andy Burnham Completes a Remarkable Evertonian Double at the G7

ToffeeWeb

Everton’s Nathan Patterson targeted by Eintracht Frankfurt amid contract countdown

Predicting which clubs the summer's biggest free agents will sign for

There are still some massive names who are set to become free agents in the summer, with some high-profile deals due to expire at the end of next month.As speculation...

Tottenham: Why James Maddison was not awarded a penalty against Leeds as Premier League issue statement

Spurs midfielder denied a big moment on his return from injuryThe Premier League has explained why Tottenham were not awarded a penalty in their draw against Leeds.As the clock ticked...

Bento's howler delays CR7's first title in Saudi Arabia 😱

An ugly mistake by Brazilian goalkeeper Bento prevented Al-Nassr from winning the Saudi League title this Tuesday.Cristiano Ronaldo’s team was leading 1-0 until the 53rd minute of the second half,...