France international defender Estelle Cascarino has joined West Ham United on a permanent three‑year deal after impressing during a six‑month loan. The 29‑year‑old, who previously played for Juventus, will add experience to the club’s defence as they aim to improve their Women’s Super League standing.
Chelsea have agreed a £850,000 deal to sign Manchester United striker Melvine Malard. The 26-year-old France international is set to join the Women’s Super League club and reunite with manager Sonia Bompastor after leaving Lyon in 2023.
Denise O’Sullivan, Liverpool’s record signing, is expected to leave this summer after six months with a likely return to the NWSL. The Republic of Ireland international joined for £300,000 and has been a key player for the Reds.
The Football Association of Ireland’s General Assembly voted 75-32 to proceed with the UEFA Nations League matches against Israel, citing potential harm to Irish football if fixtures are not fulfilled. The games will be held at neutral venues in Hungary and Serbia due to operational issues and political tensions.
Cliftonville’s Women’s team secured a 4-0 victory over Glentoran in the League Cup final, marking their fourth consecutive title. Captain Kelsie Burrows emphasized the win as a strong start toward their domestic treble ambitions.
Burnley’s attempt to appoint Rob Edwards as their new manager has failed after he turned down the approach. Edwards, previously sacked by Wolves, was a candidate following Scott Parker’s departure, but Burnley remain without a manager two months after relegation.
The Republic of Ireland’s Nations League match against Israel has been relocated to the TSC Arena in Backa Topola, Serbia, and will be played behind closed doors. The move follows protests and boycott campaigns, with the Football Association of Ireland citing potential relegation and ranking impacts if fixtures are not fulfilled.
Tottenham Hotspur FC has signed Netherlands international midfielder Victoria Pelova from Arsenal on a free transfer. Pelova, 27, spent three seasons with Arsenal, winning the Women’s Champions League in 2025 and two League Cups. She made 30 appearances for Arsenal in her final season after recovering from an ACL injury.
Scott Phelan has been appointed permanent head coach of Everton Women after serving as interim coach since February. He led the team to an eighth-placed finish in the Women’s Super League.
Northern Ireland international Conor McMenamin joins Coleraine from St Mirren on a long-term deal. McMenamin has previously played for Glentoran, Cliftonville, and other Irish League teams. He won the League Cup with St Mirren last season.