England U23 defender leaves Liverpool after 12 years to join local rivals
Everton have completed the signing of Hannah Silcock from Merseyside rivals Liverpool for an undisclosed fee.
The England U23 defender leaves Liverpool after spending an impressive 12 years with the club, having progressed through the Reds’ academy.
Silcock will now continue her career across Merseyside with Everton.
From Liverpool Academy to Everton
Silcock joined Liverpool’s academy at a young age and spent 12 years developing within the club’s system.
Her departure brings an end to a lengthy association with Liverpool, but she will now remain on Merseyside after making the move to Everton.
The defender has also represented England at U23 level, highlighting her standing as one of the country’s promising young defensive talents.
Everton Pay Additional Fee
The transfer fee has not been disclosed, but Everton have paid an additional transfer fee beyond the mandatory compensation required for a homegrown player who has passed the relevant appearance threshold.
That means Everton have made an additional financial commitment to secure Silcock’s services rather than simply paying the standard compensation amount.
A Move Across the Merseyside Divide
Silcock’s move is particularly interesting given her long association with Liverpool.
After 12 years in the Reds’ academy and first-team environment, the defender now joins one of the club’s biggest local rivals.
The move gives Silcock a fresh challenge while keeping her in the city where she has spent much of her footballing development.
Transfer Details
- Player: Hannah Silcock
- Age: Not disclosed
- Nationality: England 🏴
- Position: Defender
- Previous club: Liverpool
- New club: Everton
- Transfer fee: Undisclosed
- Liverpool academy: 12 years
- International level: England U23
- Status: Official
What Hannah Silcock Brings to Everton
Silcock arrives with significant experience of Liverpool’s academy system and has already gained recognition at international youth level.
Her development over 12 years at Liverpool means she has been exposed to a high-level footballing environment from a young age.
Everton will now be hoping to help her take the next step in her career and establish herself as an important part of their defensive options.
Transfer Tribune Verdict
This is an intriguing signing for Everton.
Not only are they bringing in an England U23 defender with significant academy experience, they are also signing a player who has spent 12 years with their local rivals.
The additional fee paid by Everton demonstrates that the club were prepared to make a greater financial commitment to secure Silcock’s services.
It will be fascinating to follow her development at Everton — particularly whenever she comes up against her former club.
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