What happened: Sophie Hillyerd has agreed a new one-year contract with London City Lionesses. The 23-year-old goalkeeper, who joined from West Ham United three years ago, will remain with the club into the 2026/27 campaign. She spent the second half of last season on loan at Watford, helping their promotion push.

Why it matters: The deal deepens a goalkeeping department that London City Lionesses have steadily reinforced during their rebuild, following the recent extension for keeper Elene Lete. Retaining a young keeper who has fought back from serious injury adds depth and continuity as The Pride push their project forward.

What to watch: London City Lionesses say further squad news will follow, with Hillyerd expected to compete for goalkeeping minutes in 2026/27.