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Burnley signs Jessica Hennessy from AFC Bournemouth on one-year deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 5:10 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Burnley signs Jessica Hennessy from AFC Bournemouth on one-year deal
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Burnley announced the signing of defender Jessica Hennessy from AFC Bournemouth on a one-year contract. Hennessy, 24, previously played for Athlone Town, Shamrock Rovers, and Nottingham Forest, where she was part of an FA Women’s National League title-winning team. Her transfer to Burnley comes as the club aims to strengthen its roster ahead of the upcoming season. Hennessy expressed her enthusiasm for joining the team, emphasizing her ambition to compete at a higher level.

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  • •Jessica Hennessy signs a one-year deal with Burnley.
  • •She previously played for AFC Bournemouth after a stint at Nottingham Forest.
  • •Hennessy is eager to advance her career and contribute to Burnley's goals.
  • •Burnley recently secured forward Claudia Mummery-Walker on a new two-year deal.
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  • 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Burnley sign AFC Bournemouth defender Hennessy
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Burnley have completed the signing of AFC Bournemouth defender Jessica Hennessy on a one-year deal.The Clarettes announced the news via a post on their official club website this afternoon.The 24-year...

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