Everton have signed experienced full-back Maz Pacheco following the expiry of her contract with Aston Villa.
The Philippines international who earlier played nearly 30 times for England development teams, chalked up over 70 appearances whilst with Villa and also had spells at Liverpool, Doncaster Rovers Belles, Reading and West Ham.
Pacheco told evertontv: “To be at such a historic club is an unbelievable feeling. I wanted to stay in the WSL and give it my all.
“I have matured as a player and for Everton to be the club to bring me back home is fantastic. To be close to family, to have friends already in the squad, and to be able to come to play at Goodison Park is amazing.”
“It was my grassroots club that brought me to Goodison Park and we wore blue wigs. I remember sitting in the top tier. Returning to Goodison now, it is surreal how we have gone full circle and, 10 years later, it will be the club that I play for.”
Manager Brian Sorensen told evertonfc.com: “Maz is a top-quality player who will bring so much to the club on and off the pitch. She has a lot of experience in this league and has good relationships with several members of our squad already.
“Maz has shown her talent throughout her time in the WSL, and I am delighted to have her with us at Everton.
“Maz is another quality addition to our squad and gives us another reason to look forward to the historic season ahead.”
