Everton have confirmed the signing of Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne, who joins the Women’s Super League side on a free transfer after her contract with Spanish club Sevilla expired.
The 29-year-old forward, who previously represented the United States at the Under-23 level, was instrumental in helping Nigeria advance to the 2023 World Cup’s round of 16.
While reacting to her move to Everton, Toni Payne expressed delight and also revealed that it has always been her dream to play in the UK and such a strong league like the WSL.
“I’m super excited to be an Everton player,” Payne told evertonfc.com.
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“It’s been my dream to play in the UK and such a strong league like the WSL.’’ She noted.
Toni Payne, the older sister of fellow footballers Stephen and Nicole Payne, also declared that now is the right time for her to embrace another challenge.
“I’m excited to have the opportunity to play at a club like Everton with so much history in football.
“Now was the right moment for me to look for another challenge to push myself.
“It’s going to be different and new, and I’m really happy about my decision.” She said.
