Jess
Biography
Young defender Jess Simpson is an exciting talent who has progressed through the Academy at Manchester United.
Simpson was part of United’s Under-21 WSL Academy League and Cup-winning side in 2022 before making the step up to the first team. After regularly impressing in training sessions and making her first appearance in a 10-0 friendly win over Birkirkara FC in Malta, Jess signed her first professional contract with the club in January 2023. Speaking at the time, Simpson said: “I’m super excited to sign professional at this wonderful football club. It’s so special. “It’s been such a good journey here, starting from 11 years old with the Academy. It’s been my dream since being a little kid to play for Manchester United, and I’m living that dream now.” Simpson signed a season-long loan deal for the 2023/24 campaign with Bristol City and made an impact against Leicester City and Tottenham Hotspur in the Women’s Super League. The wing-back returned to the club, following an ACL injury sustained against Southampton in the Continental Tyres League Cup. After continuing her rehabilitation back at United, Simpson was delighted to start running and training again at the end of the 2023/24 season.
- Position
Defender
- Country
England
- Date of birth
13 Jan 2005
- Joined
27 Jan 2023
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