Everton have announced the signing of Chelsea forward Louna Ribadeiro on loan until the end of the 2024/25 season.
Ribadeira is recently recalled from loan to Division 1 Feminine team Paris FCas Chelsea became concerned about her lack of playtime. Having made just two appearances for the French club since signing in August 2024, the west London side have found a new home for Ribadeira at Women’s Super League (WSL) opponents Everton.
The 20-year-old is Brian Sorensen’s fifth signing of the January transfer window, following the signings of Kelly Gago, Martina Fernandez, Hayley Ladd and Emma Watson.
🤝 Everton signed a contract with forward Louna Ribadeiro on loan from Chelsea until the end of the 2024/25 season.
👋 Bienvenue, Louna!
— Everton Women (@EvertonWomen) January 16, 2025
The forward arrives on Merseyside as a proven talent, having taken home the Division 1 Young Player of the Year award for her time at Paris FC during the 2023/24 season.
With ACL injuries suffered by both Aurora Galli and Inma Gabarro in the opening weeks of the 2024/25 campaign, Sorensen has used this winter window to strengthen his attack. The Danish head coach described Ribadeira as an “excellent talent”, adding: “I’m sure he will suit us well and fit in well in the WSL”.
The 20-year-old has ambitions of her own and is confident that her time at Everton will help her achieve her goal of being “a great striker in the world”.
“I work every day to be the best striker in the world. Paris FC is my first club. I think it’s important to know other leagues, other championships,” said the forward for Everton FC. “When I go to the field, it’s to play, it’s to enjoy and I love to fight.”
Everton’s latest signings will have the chance to showcase their talent this weekend as the WSL returns for Gameweek 11. The Toffees will host Aston Villa at Walton Hall Park, for a golden opportunity to steal 7th place in the league table.
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