Ladies sign experienced defender Leandra Little

Liverpool Ladies have completed the signing of Doncaster Rovers Belles captain Leandra Little.

The experienced central defender joined the Belles from Lincoln City Ladies in 2011 and played a crucial role last year as the Belles won the WSL 2 title.

Little, 33, will be reunited with Neil Redfearn ahead of his first season in charge of the Reds.

On signing for Liverpool Ladies, Little said: "This is a fantastic move for me as well as the chance to continue to work alongside Neil [Redfearn].

"Liverpool Ladies is a big club with real ambitions to compete at the top end of the table so I am really optimistic ahead of the new season.

"Having spoken to Neil, I know that this season will be one where there will be a number of new faces so it’s important that we gel together quickly.

"This season will be a really important one for the club as we set the foundations for future years and I cannot wait for the season to get underway."

Speaking on the signing of Little, Liverpool Ladies manager Redfearn said: "This is a really important signing for the club.

"Having worked with Leandra (Little) last season, she is a real leader as well as being a top quality defender with huge experience.

"Leandra will also be a massive influence in the dressing room this season as we begin a new era for the club. Leandra will play a key role in helping us to create a positive environment on and off the pitch so I am delighted to have signed her."

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