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Arsenal's Laila Harbert joins San Diego Wave after loan struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 10:25 AM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Arsenal's Laila Harbert joins San Diego Wave after loan struggles

Summary

Laila Harbert, a 19-year-old playmaker from Arsenal, has signed with San Diego Wave. Harbert's departure highlights the challenges for Academy prospects to break into Arsenal's first team amid fierce competition. Her move comes after limited first-team opportunities, especially during a disappointing loan spell with Everton earlier this year. At San Diego, she will reunite with coach Jonas Eidevall and youth coach Natalie Henderson. Arsenal expects to see her develop further in this new environment, helping her realize her potential as a playmaker.

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•Harbert had limited first-team chances at Arsenal.
•She struggled during a loan spell with Everton earlier this year.
•San Diego Wave provides a fresh opportunity for her development.
•Harbert will reunite with her former coach Jonas Eidevall.
•This move underscores Arsenal's difficulties in integrating youth talent.

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10:25 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal 19yo playmaker joins San Diego Wave

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Laila Harbert’s departure from Arsenal is another reminder of how difficult it is for even the club’s brightest academy prospects to break into the first team.Photo by Christian Kaspar-Bartke/Gett...
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