Brighton Women bring in Dutch defender Marisa Olislagers | OneFootball

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Brighton & Hove Albion’s first summer signing is Netherlands international Marisa Olislagers from FC Twente.

The 23-year-old former Den Haag player joined Twente in 2020, going on to win nine domestic trophies with them, including three Eredivisie titles.

The left-back played over 75 times for the Netherlands development teams, before progressing to a dozen full international caps to date.

Managing director Zoe Johnson told brightonandhovealbion.com: “We are pleased to announce Marisa as our first signing of the summer transfer window.

“She’s a versatile defender who will complement our squad well, she already possesses the experience of winning trophies at a young age and we’re eager to see what she can add to the team in the forthcoming season.”

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