Derby County Women have bolstered their squad ahead of the 2024/25 season with four additions.
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After a historic FA Women’s National League Plate-winning campaign in 2023/24, Sam Griffiths is hopeful that new additions will help the Ewes make further progress in the league, following their seventh-place finish in the FA Women’s National League Northern Premier Division.
The new signings have already integrated into the squad, showcasing their skills in pre-season friendlies against Peterborough United and Doncaster Rovers Belles.
Meet The New Recruits
Lucy Jones – Goalkeeper
Jones has joined Derby from Birmingham City, enhancing the options between the posts alongside the experienced Sarah Morgan. With FA Women’s National League experience, she also played for West Bromwich Albion on a dual registration last season.
Paris Dalton – Midfielder
Derby-born Dalton returns to the Ewes after five years in the American college system, playing for Landau Forte College and the University of New Mexico. She was previously with the Ewes at Under-10s level before moving to Birmingham City and then heading to the U.S.
Lara Miller – Midfielder
Miller has transferred to Derby following a season with league rivals Burnley. A defensive midfielder, she also brings Championship experience from her time with Lewes and Sheffield United.
Kate Oakley – Forward
Oakley has joined the Ewes to strengthen the attack. The forward moved north after a season with Lewes in the Championship and has progressed through the ranks at Liverpool’s Academy.
