Sunderland defender Jess Brown signs one-year contract extension

Sunderland announced that defender Jess Brown has signed a new one-year contract. The 22-year-old is the club's longest-serving player, having joined in 2014 and made 144 appearances, scoring six goals. Brown played a key role in the team's promotion to Barclays WSL2 and was part of the squad that narrowly missed promotion to the top tier in the 2023/2024 season. She expressed her delight at extending her stay, emphasizing her commitment to the club. Additionally, forward Eleanor Dale has left Sunderland after opting for a new challenge despite receiving a new deal offer.

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