Southampton signs defender Niamh Murphy on free transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 5:35 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Southampton has signed defender Niamh Murphy on a free transfer, officially announced on the club's website. The 23-year-old joins the Saints after recovering from a long-term Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury sustained while with Blackburn Rovers. Murphy, who rose through the youth ranks at Manchester United, expressed excitement about her move and anticipation for the upcoming league season. Southampton now adds her to their roster as the team prepares for the new campaign.
- •Niamh Murphy signs with Southampton after leaving Blackburn Rovers.
- •She has recovered from an ACL injury sustained last year.
- •Murphy is the third signing for Southampton this summer.
- •She previously played youth soccer with Manchester United.
- •The club aims to strengthen its squad ahead of the new season.
- 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Southampton sign defender Murphy
"Southampton have completed the signing of defender Niamh Murphy on a free transfer.The Saints announced the news via a post on their official club website earlier today.The 23-year-old defender joins ...
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