West Ham Makes Signing Move for Canadian Defender Shelina Zadorsky
Exciting news in the world of women’s football as West Ham United secures a loan deal for talented Canada defender, Shelina Zadorsky! The experienced 31-year-old has joined the Hammers from Tottenham Hotspur for the remainder of the season.
Zadorsky boasts an impressive track record, having made a remarkable 56 appearances in the Women’s Super League (WSL) over her three and a half years at Spurs. Her skills have not gone unnoticed on the international stage either, as she has earned an incredible 95 caps since her debut for Canada back in 2013.
The defender played a vital role in helping her national team secure gold at the prestigious Tokyo Olympics held earlier this year. With such triumphs under her belt, it comes as no surprise that West Ham was eager to bring her on board.
A Familiar Reunion: Working with Manager Rehanne Skinner Again
This move also marks a reunion between Zadorsky and West Ham manager Rehanne Skinner, who previously worked together during their time at Tottenham. This pre-existing relationship is set to enhance their collaboration and further strengthen West Hams’ defensive line-up.
An Optimistic Outlook: Potential and Excitement Ahead
In expressing her delight about joining West Ham United, Zadorsky highlighted both personal and team goals she hopes to achieve during this new chapter of her career:
“Being a defender, I hope to bring a fresh presence to the backline and contribute to more clean sheets in the second half of the season. The potential within this club is tremendous, and having worked with Rehanne before, I know she can push me to reach my full potential. The atmosphere here is already welcoming and exciting, and I cannot wait to get started!”
West Ham currently sits at 11th place in the WSL table, narrowly avoiding relegation on goal difference. With Zadorsky’s arrival bolstering their defensive capabilities, fans can look forward to an even stronger performance from the team as they strive for success.