Everton negotiate permanent deal for defender Hannah Blundell
BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 8:43 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Everton is in advanced talks to sign defender Hannah Blundell on a permanent basis after her loan last season. The 32-year-old defender made 12 appearances for Everton while on loan from Manchester United. Blundell, a free agent after leaving United in June, has three caps for England and previously played for Chelsea. She gave birth to her daughter in March 2025 and returned to football later that year.
- •Hannah Blundell made 12 appearances for Everton last season.
- •She is currently a free agent after leaving Manchester United.
- •Blundell has three caps for England.
- •She played for Chelsea before joining Manchester United.
- •Negotiations for a permanent deal are ongoing.
- 8:43 AMBBC Football — Everton close in on permament deal for Blundell
"Everton are in advanced discussions with defender Hannah Blundell about a permanent deal following her successful loan spell last season.
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