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Izzy Goodwin Signs New London City Lionesses Contract After Championship Golden Boot Heroics: Details, Duration and More
Izzy Goodwin has committed her future to London City Lionesses by signing a contract extension through summer 2028, rewarding the England U23 international forward for her pivotal role in firing the club into the WSL.
The 24-year-old joined London City in September 2024 and immediately made her mark on the Championship. She finished as the second tier’s top scorer with 16 goals while earning the Player of the Season award as the Lionesses secured promotion to the Barclays WSL.
Goodwin’s outstanding campaign saw her overtake established strikers to claim the golden boot in a competitive Championship season. Her goals proved decisive in London City’s promotion push, with the forward finding the net consistently throughout the campaign.
“I Can Call This Home”
Speaking to londoncitylionesses.com after signing her new deal, Goodwin expressed her delight at extending her stay. “I feel like this is a place that I can call home. I’m really enjoying my time here and I’m absolutely delighted to sign a new contract,” she said.
The contract extension represents a significant statement of intent from both player and club. London City have secured their star striker for the long term, while Goodwin has committed to leading the line in their maiden WSL campaign.
WSL Ambitions Clear
Goodwin outlined her immediate objectives following the contract extension. “Doing the best I can in the WSL and hopefully scoring as many goals as I can are my immediate aims. I just want to help the team win games to give us the best chance of being successful.”
The forward’s goals will be crucial as London City navigate their first season in the top flight. Newly promoted sides often struggle to replicate their Championship form in the WSL, but Goodwin’s proven scoring ability gives the Lionesses genuine hope of survival.
From Championship Hero to WSL Striker
Goodwin’s journey to the WSL has been rapid. Her 16-goal haul in the Championship demonstrated she possesses the clinical finishing and movement required at the highest level. Now she faces the ultimate test, proving she can deliver against elite WSL defenses week in, week out.
The three-and-a-half-year contract suggests London City view Goodwin as a cornerstone of their long-term project. Her combination of youth, proven goalscoring and England U23 recognition makes her exactly the type of player promoted clubs need to retain as they establish themselves in the top division.
Birmingham City Women have secured the signing of Finland international Lotta Lindström on loan from London City Lionesses for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.
The forward arrives at St Andrew’s after establishing herself as one of the WSL’s most promising young attackers since joining London City in February 2024.
Lindström was Finland’s top-flight leading goalscorer with 17 goals in 23 appearances before her move to England. She made her senior debut for Finland in December 2023 during the UEFA Women’s Nations League and has since accumulated eight appearances for her country.
Ambitious Move to Championship Leaders
The 21 year old expressed her excitement at joining Birmingham City, who are chasing promotion back to the WSL. “I’m really excited to be here and get started with the team. I think it’s a really nice club with big ambitions and I want to be part of achieving those goals the club have set,” Lindström told bcfc.com.
Birmingham currently sit top of the Championship table as they look to secure an immediate return to the top flight following relegation last season. The addition of Lindström strengthens their attacking options significantly as they push for promotion.
Proven Goalscorer Adds Firepower
Lindström’s impressive scoring record in Finland demonstrates her ability to find the net consistently. Her loan move provides Birmingham with experienced firepower during the crucial second half of the season as they battle for promotion.
London City Lionesses will hope the loan spell benefits Lindström’s development while Birmingham gain a proven goalscorer. The deal represents smart business for all parties involved as the Finland international seeks regular playing time to continue her progression at international and club level.
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Australian midfielder Amy Sayer officially completed her transfer to Swedish club Malmo FF on January 5, 2026. The 24-year-old midfielder signed a three year contract after spending three years in Sweden with Kristianstads DFF.
Sayer joins fellow Matildas international Courtney Nevin at Malmo, reuniting the pair after Nevin signed in August 2025. Sayer rejected interest from multiple WSL clubs including Liverpool to commit to the Swedish giants.
Rejection of English Football Opportunities
Sayer had been heavily pursued by WSL clubs during January’s transfer window but chose Swedish football over English options. Liverpool in particular had targeted the midfielder aggressively given their relegation struggles.
However Sayer expressed commitment to winning the Damallsvenskan title after three years in Sweden developing her craft at Kristianstads. She told Malmo’s official website that winning the league was her primary objective. Maxim Khalil, Malmo’s sports director, praised her technical qualities and physical attributes making her ideal for Swedish football’s demands.
The Kristianstads Foundation
Sayer arrived in Sweden in 2023 after completing her Stanford University studies. She made 22 appearances for Kristianstads scoring three goals and providing three assists during her time at the club. Her consistent performances earned her breakthrough into the Matildas senior squad earning 19 caps and four international goals. Sayer represents the modern Australian player pathway through college football to European competition.
The Nevin Connection
Courtney Nevin’s earlier Malmo signing facilitated Sayer’s move to the Swedish club. Playing alongside a familiar national team teammate provides immediate comfort and continuity. Both players understand Swedish football’s tactical demands and physical intensity.
Nevin scored her first Malmo goal during the 2025 season establishing herself at the club. Sayer joins a Damallsvenskan title challenging side positioned in the top three after finishing third in 2025.
The Matildas will monitor Sayer’s development at Malmo heading toward the AFC Women’s Asian Cup in March 2026.
Juventus
Juventus Women Midfielder Elsa Pelgander Joins Djurgarden on Permanent Transfer After Year Long Loan Spell in Sweden
Elsa Pelgander has joined Djurgarden on a permanent transfer from Juventus Women after spending the past year on loan at the Swedish club. The 19 year old midfielder leaves Turin having made eight appearances for the Bianconeri first team across all competitions since joining in January 2024.
Pelgander’s move to Djurgarden was made official on January 3, bringing an end to her spell in Italy. The Swedish youth international also featured in several Primavera matches during her time at Juventus, gaining valuable development experience with the club’s academy teams.
Limited First Team Opportunities
The teenager struggled to break into Juventus’ first team on a regular basis, making just eight senior appearances over 12 months. Her loan move to Djurgarden provided more consistent playing time in familiar surroundings as she returned to Swedish football.
Juventus wished Pelgander well for the future after finalizing the permanent transfer. The club has been active in the transfer market with several comings and goings, including the high profile signing of Switzerland captain Lia Wälti from Arsenal in September 2025.
Return to Swedish Football
The permanent move allows Pelgander to establish herself at Djurgarden after her successful loan spell. The Stockholm based club compete in the Damallsvenskan, Sweden’s top division, where the midfielder will look to develop her career at a higher level than the Primavera.
Juventus Women currently sit in Serie A Femminile’s top positions as they chase domestic and European success. The departure of Pelgander frees up space in their squad as manager Joe Montemurro continues building his team for the second half of the season.
Djurgarden will hope Pelgander can make an immediate impact when Swedish football resumes following the winter break.
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