Palace sign England Under-23 striker Lloyd-Smith

Crystal Palace Women have signed last season's WSL2 top scorer Lexi Lloyd-Smith on a three-year deal.

Crystal Palace Women have announced the signing of England Under-23 international striker Lexi Lloyd-Smith on a three-year contract. The 24-year-old forward joins the club after a stellar season in the Women's Super League 2 (WSL2), where she finished as the league's top scorer with 15 goals, playing a key role in her team's strong campaign. Lloyd-Smith's arrival is expected to significantly bolster Palace's attacking options. Known for her clinical finishing, sharp movement, and pace, she brings a proven goal-scoring threat to the side. Palace head coach expressed his delight, stating: 'Lexi has been on our radar for a long time. She is a talented forward with great potential, and we believe she will add a new dimension to our attack. We look forward to seeing her in action.' The striker came through Arsenal's academy and represented England at various youth levels. She joined Bristol City Women in 2019 before moving to Reading Women, and last season she was on loan at London City Lionesses, where she impressed with her consistent goal-scoring form. Her performances caught the attention of Crystal Palace, who moved quickly to secure her signature. Speaking about the transfer, Lloyd-Smith said: 'I am thrilled to join Crystal Palace, a club with such a rich history. I can't wait to pull on the Palace shirt and show the fans what I can do. I want to thank the club for their trust in me, and I will give my all to help the team achieve success.' Crystal Palace Women finished mid-table in the WSL last season, and the club is aiming to climb higher with the addition of Lloyd-Smith. The women's game is growing rapidly, and Palace are investing in their squad to compete at the highest level. Lloyd-Smith is Palace's third signing of the summer, following the arrivals of a midfielder and a defender. The new WSL season kicks off in September, with Palace's first match against Aston Villa Women. Fans have reacted positively to the news, with many taking to social media to welcome Lloyd-Smith. There is a sense of optimism that her goal-scoring prowess will help the team make significant progress in the upcoming campaign.

Palace sign England Under-23 striker Lloyd-Smith

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