Everton sign Japanese international defender Ishikawa | OneFootball

Everton have completed the signing of Japanese international defender Rion Ishikawa.

WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Toffees this morning.

The 22-year-old centre-back joins Everton following a spell playing her football with Japanese WE League club Urawa Red Diamonds. Ishikawa has spent the last three years with ‘Mitsubishi Heavy’ after joining the club from JFA Academy Fukushima in 2022.

On the international stage, Ishikawa has represented the Japanese national team on nine occasions at senior level to date.

After signing on with Everton, Ishikawa said “It is an honour to join the Club as we enter this new historic chapter. It is very special for the Women’s team to have what was the Men’s main stadium as our home.

“Now that Goodison Park is our permanent home, we have to achieve strong results. I feel a special connection because I am joining Everton when the Club is beginning a new era.

“When I was deciding which team to join, the atmosphere of the team was always an important factor to consider. I am happy to be a part of this team that values a good environment, and I can’t wait to be able to join the family.”

Ishikawa is Everton’s third summer transfer window signing.