Watford signs Chelsea midfielder Vera Jones on season-long loan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 9:05 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Watford has announced the signing of midfielder Vera Jones on a season-long loan from Chelsea, effective August 20, 2026. The 18-year-old has yet to make her debut for Chelsea's first team but gained experience during a loan at Bristol City last season, where she made 18 appearances and recorded two assists. Jones recently extended her contract with Chelsea until summer 2029 and has representation in England's youth teams up to Under-20 level. Watford's acquisition marks their 12th signing of the summer transfer window as they prepare for their return to Barclays WSL2.
- •Watford signed Vera Jones on loan from Chelsea.
- •Jones made 18 appearances for Bristol City last season.
- •She recently extended her Chelsea contract to 2029.
- •Watford's signing is part of their summer transfer window activity.
- •Jones has represented England at various youth levels.
- 9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Watford sign Chelsea midfielder Jones on loan
"Watford have completed the signing of attacking midfielder Vera Jones on a season-long loan deal from Chelsea.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Golden...
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