Nigerian international Ashleigh Plumptre has joined Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad Ladies Club in a big-money move.
The 25-year-old defender, who has been capped 13 times by the Super Falcons, has signed a two-year contract with the club.
Plumptre is the latest high-profile player to join the Saudi Arabian women’s football league, which is rapidly growing in popularity.
In recent months, the league has signed the likes of Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kante, and Neymar, and the women football is not left behind.
Plumptre is a versatile defender who can play at center-back or left-back. She is known for her strong tackling and her ability to read the game.
She is also a good passer of the ball and has a strong shot.
Plumptre’s move to Al-Ittihad is a major coup for the club and is a sign of the growing ambition of the Saudi Arabian women’s football league.
The league is now one of the most competitive in the world and is attracting some of the best players in the world.
Plumptre’s arrival is a major boost for Al-Ittihad and will help them challenge for the title this season.
