Jenna Nighswonger signed for Arsenal in January 2025. The full-back joined from Gotham FC, after making her way through the college system with Florida State Seminoles, scoring 19 goals and providing 34 assists in 86 appearances as the Seminoles won the 2021 National Championship.
In 2023, Nighswonger was drafted to Gotham FC, making 46 appearances and scoring four goals for the club. Her impressive season earned her a transfer to Arsenal in the Women’s Super League.
Once at Arsenal, things did not go as planned for the full-back. She rarely played; some matchdays she was not even included in the squad, often warming the bench – despite injuries in the team.
Many were wondering when Nighswonger would leave Arsenal, as she also did not receive a call-up from USWNT head coach Emma Hayes recently. Now we have the answer: Nighswonger has joined Aston Villa on loan until the end of the 2025/26 season. The deal includes an option to buy.
Words from Director of Women’s Football, Marisa Ewers
“Everyone at Aston Villa is extremely excited to welcome Jenna to the club. We have been tracking her for some time and are delighted that she has bought into our exciting project.
“This signing forms part of our growing ambitions as we continue to build an exciting and competitive squad, and we believe Jenna will add real quality to the group and support our goals moving forward.”
More Aston Villa Transfer News
Katie Robinson and Sarah Mayling departed Aston Villa in the winter transfer window. Katie Robinson joined Bristol City on a permanent move, having made 21 appearances for the Villans. Meanwhile, Sarah Mayling signed a loan deal with Leicester City until the end of the season.
Source: Aston Villa
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