Crystal Palace Women Loan Emma Watson from Man United

Crystal Palace Women Loan Emma Watson from Man United
Emma Watson of Manchester United in League Cup action at Everton in November 2024 Photo by Jess HornbyGetty Images

Crystal Palace Women have signed Scotland international midfielder Emma Watson on a season-long loan from Manchester United Women.

She has been with Manchester United since August 2023, earlier making her senior debut with Rangers aged just 15.

Watson gained Champions League experience with Rangers, was named PFA Scotland Women’s Young Player of the Year in 2022/23, going on to make her senior international debut in April 2023.

Manager Jo Potter told cpfc.co.uk: “Emma is a fantastic young talent who has already gained valuable experience at both club and international level. We look forward to helping her continue her progression with us this season.”

Watson commented: “I’m really looking forward to the season ahead, meeting all the girls and working with Jo.

“I’m really excited to be here and I’m proud to be a Palace player.”

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