Crystal Palace Women have signed England Under-23 striker Lexi Lloyd-Smith from Bristol City on a three-year deal.
Lloyd-Smith began her professional career at Charlton Athletic, before a spell at the University of South Alabama, followd by tim with Southampton and Bristol City.
She scored 23 goals in 48 appearances for the Robins and finished as the top scorer in the BWSL 2 last season.
Lloyd-Smith helped England secure victory in the 2025/26 U23 European Competition.
Lloyd-Smith told cpfc.co.uk: “It’s almost like it was meant to be – I’m happy to be back in South London, back at home.
“I know I’m going to be playing for something more now – my roots, where I’m from. I’ll always be proud to be from Peckham. It means everything.”
Manager Jo Potter added: “Lexi is a real talent, who showed us all what she could do in the WSL2 last season.
“Her speed and finishing will be huge for us in the top-flight.”
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