Crystal Palace Women sign Sweden international My Cato | OneFootball

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Crystal Palace have signed Sweden international creative central midfielder My Cato from Damallsvenskan side IFK Norrköping.

She started playing with her hometown club aged 14, returning in 2021 to help Norrköping into the top flight with eight goals from 24 appearances.

Appointed captain in 2023, she won her first national team call-up over the summer.

Cato told cpfc.co.uk: “I’m so happy to be here – I can’t wait to join Crystal Palace.

“I’m super excited. The Women’s Super League is a really good league with a lot of good players, so I can’t wait to get started.”

Head of Women’s Football Grace Williams added: “We’re delighted to welcome My to the club.

“My is a really exciting talent whose young potential has shone in Sweden, and we’re really excited to now have her as part of our group. We look forward to integrating her into the side and introducing her to what being a Crystal Palace player is all about.”

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