Watford sign former Arsenal keeper Williams | OneFootball

Watford have completed the signing of goalkeeper Naomi Williams on a free transfer.

The Golden Girls announced news of the deal via a post on their official club website this afternoon.

The 21-year-old stopper joins Watford after leaving former club Arsenal at the end of last season.

Williams joined the Arsenal academy at the age of 13. She successfully negotiated her way to The Gunners’ senior team, signing her first professional terms with the North Londoners in summer 2023. Williams largely provided goalkeeping competition during her time as a member of the senior squad.

The keeper has been a member of Arsenal sides that have won the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup, UEFA Women’s Champions League and two Subway Women’s League Cups in recent years. She has gained experience in a high-performing environment.

Williams also toured Australia with Arsenal in 2023/2024 when they faced A-League All Stars in an exhibition match.

The youngster spent the first half of last season on loan at Barclays WSL2 club Bristol City. She turned out for The Robins in their domestic cup ties.

Williams will now look to further her development with Watford. She will hope to help The Golden Girls perform well in Barclays WSL2 this season.