Nottingham Forest sign Australian international midfielder Murphy | OneFootball

Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of Australian international midfielder Alana Murphy on a permanent deal.

WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Tricky Trees this evening.

The 20-year-old joins Nottingham Forest from German 2. Frauen-Bundesliga club SC Sand. The player has signed an 18-month deal at The City Ground.

Murphy started her career with Australian Ninja A-League club Melbourne Victory. She furthered her development with Blacktown Spartans in the New South Wales Premier Leagues. Murphy joined latest club SC Sand last August. She made 12 appearances for the German club in all competitions.

On the international stage, Murphy has been capped by Australia on five occasions at senior level. She was handed her maiden call-up for the CommBank Matildas last February and went on to get some senior minutes under her belt.

After joining Nottingham Forest, Murphy said “I’m really pleased to join Nottingham Forest. I’m ready for a new challenge and think I can contribute a lot to this team.

“I can’t wait to join this group of players and I’m excited to see what we can achieve this season.”

Murphy will be available for selection for Nottingham Forest once the necessary international clearance has been received.