Lydia Sallaway pens first pro contract

Aston Villa Women is pleased to announce that Lydia Sallaway has signed her first professional contract with the club. The defender made her first-team debut during a 5-1 win over Durham in December 2023 and has since made two appearances in all competitions. Sallaway is another recent example of our successful pathway from WSL Academy to first-team and has gained plenty of experience in our senior environment in recent months. Director of Women’s Football Marisa Ewers said: “Lydia is a talented defender who has impressed us with her maturity and quality on the pitch. "This is a special milestone for Lydia and she should be immensely proud to sign her first professional contract.”