Women's Super League

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West Ham United has announced the signing of England U19 international Sienna Wareing, following her departure from Manchester United.

Wareing, who will wear the No19 shirt, is excited to get started.

"I'm absolutely delighted to sign for West Ham United," she said.

"The conversations I had with Rita and the staff really made me feel welcome and I can't wait to carry on my development here.

"Signing my first professional contract is such a proud moment for me and my family.

"I'm excited to get started when we return for pre-season and to meet all of my new teammates."

Head Coach Rita Guarino is excited to welcome Wareing to east London.

"We're really pleased to welcome Sienna to the Club," she said.

"Sienna is a player that we believe has a lot of potential. She is a creative midfielder who can make things happen in the final third.

"She has recently made her debut for England U19s and I'm sure that she will continue to progress here in east London in a West Ham shirt in years to come."

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Defender, Andrea Medina said she is "excited to join a team that is determined to write its own chapter" as she signed a contract with Manchester United until June 2029, with the option of an additional year.

The 22-year-old was called up to Spain's senior squad in May, arrives with an impressive record at youth international level, having won the FIFA U20 World Cup and lifted the UEFA U19 Championship twice.

Medina has spent the past four seasons with Atletico Madrid, where she made 131 appearances.

"Competing against United last season showed me how strong the group is and just how much this club means to our supporters."

Matt Johnson, director of women's football at Manchester United, said:

"Andrea has all of the technical attributes, character and determination required to thrive at Manchester United.

"She is a player who we have admired for a long time and we are delighted to add her unique qualities to our group, particularly after significant interest from clubs across Europe."

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Norwegian midfielder Kamilla Melgard will join Aston Villa, subject to visa approval.

The 20-year-old joins Villa from Madrid after establishing herself as one of Norway's rising stars.

She has represented Norway through the youth age groups and is a current Norway U23 international.

Speaking after completing her move to Villa, Melgard said:

"I'm really excited. It feels like a really good opportunity, and I feel like there are really good facilities here to grow, focus on football and continue developing as a player."

Marisa Ewers, director of women's football, added:

"Kamilla is an exciting young player with huge potential and we're delighted to welcome her to Aston Villa.

"She has already shown her quality in Norway and Spain, and we believe she has all the attributes to continue developing here."