Liverpool have announced the signing of experienced central defender Leandra Little, who previously captained Doncaster Rovers Belles.

The 33-year-old turned out for Lincoln City Ladies, Notts County and Sheffield FC before joining Doncaster Rovers Belles in 2012.

In her first words as a Liverpool player, Little told Liverpool's official website: ''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.''

Leandra Little has been handed the number 12 jersey for the upcoming season.

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