Everton pair Galli and Hope sign new deals | OneFootball

Everton have announced the news that Aurora Galli and Lucy Hope have signed new one-year contracts with the club.

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

Italian international midfielder Galli joined Everton from Juventus in summer 2021 and the player has gone on to impress in her time on Merseyside. Galli missed most of the 2024/2025 campaign with an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury but she has since returned to fitness.

Full-back Hope is one of Everton’s longest-serving players after joining the club from Bristol City in summer 2019. The Scot has provided manager Brian Sørensen with versatility. She initially operated in midfield but has also become a useful option at full-back. Hope will miss a large segment of this season due to her recent pregnancy.

Following this afternoon’s announcement, Everton boss Sørensen said “I am delighted Yaya and Lucy have signed new contracts with us.

“I am very happy for Yaya. She started last season with a cruel injury but worked non-stop towards her goal of returning to the pitch before the season ended.

“I was so proud to see her come on against Spurs. Her comeback has been inspirational. I am now looking forward to seeing her in action during the upcoming season where she can continue to be an important part of our squad.

“Everyone at Everton sends warm congratulations to Lucy and her partner ahead of the new addition to the Blues family.

“Although Lucy will not be involved on the pitch for a large part of next season, she is a role model and top professional off it. Her leadership qualities and experience will continue to be crucial to our progression and we know the quality she offers us when she is ready to play again.”

Further squad news will be revealed by Everton in due course.