Everton Women sign McNamara and Rantala, extend Holmgaard's contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Everton Women have signed Australia international forward Holly McNamara and versatile striker Jutta Rantala from Leicester City. McNamara arrives on a free transfer after leaving Melbourne City, while Rantala, named Leicester’s Player of the Season, joins through a triggered release clause. Denmark international Holmgaard has also signed a new one-year contract as she continues her rehabilitation from injury. She will wear the No.9 shirt next season as she aims for a return to first-team action.
- •Holly McNamara joins Everton on a free transfer from Melbourne City.
- •Jutta Rantala comes from Leicester City after a standout season.
- •Holmgaard extends her contract while recovering from injury.
- •McNamara and Rantala bolster the forward line ahead of the season.
- •Holmgaard excited to return and contribute to the team.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — More forward thinking from Phelan as Everton Women sign another two attackers
"Competition heats up as Holmgaard extends stay
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