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San Diego Wave sign Arsenal midfielder Laila Harbert

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 9:40 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

San Diego Wave sign Arsenal midfielder Laila Harbert

Summary

San Diego Wave has signed Arsenal midfielder Laila Harbert on a permanent deal. The announcement was made on July 28, 2026. Harbert, 19, has a background in the Arsenal academy and has gained experience through several loan spells with clubs including Watford and Southampton. Known for her technical skills and vision, Harbert will join a Wave squad currently in playoff contention for the NWSL. The club's Sporting Director expressed excitement about her potential impact on the team over the coming seasons.

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Key Details

•Laila Harbert joins San Diego Wave from Arsenal.
•Harbert has experience from loans at multiple clubs.
•She will remain with Wave through the end of the 2029 season.
•The Wave are currently in a playoff position in the NWSL.
•Sporting Director anticipates significant contributions from Harbert.

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American National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) club San Diego Wave have completed the signing of Arsenal midfielder Laila Harbert on a permanent deal.Wave announced news of the deal via a post on th...
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