Leicester City Women top scorer Jutta Rantala signs new deal

Jutta Rantala signs a new contract with LCFC Women

Leicester City Women top scorer Jutta Rantala has signed a new contract until at least the conclusion of the 2026/27 season.

She has 34 caps and 10 goals for Finland, whom she represented at the 2025 UEFA Women’s European Championships.

For the Foxes she as netted 11 times and contributed seven assists in 34 appearances, since joining in August 2023.

Speaking to Foxes Hub, Rantala said: “I’m looking forward to hitting the ground running and helping to build on what the team achieved last season.

“The support since I’ve been here has been fantastic and has helped the team on so many occasions. I am excited to be back at King Power Stadium and getting back out there in front of our supporters.”

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