Leicester's Plumptre joins Al-Ittihad Ladies

Former England youth international Ashleigh Plumptre has signed for Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad Ladies.

Both the club and the centre-back have announced the move on their social media channels.

Plumptre played at England U23 level but has since become a senior Nigeria international, with 15 caps.

The 25-year-old moves to Al-Ittihad as a free agent after leaving her hometown club of Leicester.

“Grateful to have signed for Al-Ittihad,” she said on X. “Excited to start this journey alongside some incredible human beings. 

"My journey of stepping into more of myself continues… it’s more than football.