Newcastle United’s women’s team just made its second splash of the summer. The club officially announced this morning that former Liverpool center-back Gemma Evans has signed on. The 29-year-old Welsh international left Liverpool at the end of June when her contract expired, and she didn’t stay on the market long.
Evans brings over a decade of top-flight experience to a Newcastle side that’s building something real. She came up through Cardiff City LFC, then bounced around the Barclays Women’s Super League with Yeovil Town, Bristol City, Reading, Manchester United, and finally Liverpool. That’s close to 150 appearances in England’s top division. Not many defenders in the league have seen as many different systems and managers as she has.
A proven international leader
On the international stage, Evans has racked up 90 caps for Wales and scored two goals. She’s been a staple in the Welsh backline for years, and her leadership is something Newcastle’s younger defenders should be able to lean on right away.
For a team that’s still establishing itself in the WSL, Evans is exactly the kind of veteran presence you want anchoring the defense. She’s played in big games, handled pressure, and knows what it takes to stay in this league.
What Evans said after signing
Evans didn’t hide her excitement. “I’m happy this move is finally over the line,” she said in the club’s official announcement. “I’m over the moon, I’m looking forward to meeting the girls, meeting the fans and showing them what I can do. I think it’s a really exciting project to be part of and I can’t wait to get going.”
That “project” language is key. Newcastle’s women’s team has been quietly investing and improving behind the scenes, and bringing in a player of Evans’ caliber signals they’re not just here to make up the numbers.
Newcastle hasn’t confirmed what her contract looks like — length or terms. But given her resume and the fact she walked straight off a Liverpool squad into this one, you can bet they made it worthwhile.
Evans is the second signing of the window for the Magpies. The first was announced just last week, so the front office is moving fast. Fans should expect at least a couple more names before September.
One thing’s clear: Newcastle isn’t treating this summer like a throwaway. They’re adding experience, leadership, and a player who knows how to win duels in the box.
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