Katie Wilkinson, the 29-year-old top scorer for Southampton last season, has joined Rangers on a two-year deal. She was nominated for the English Championship player of the season award and scored 10 goals in 22 appearances for her previous team. This marks Rangers’ second signing from Southampton this summer, with defender Lauren Rafferty also joining the club.
Throughout her impressive career, Wilkinson has scored an impressive 80 goals in 172 games. She made her WSL debut at the age of 17 and has been known for her goal-scoring prowess ever since. Wilkinson played for Birmingham City, Aston Villa, London Bees, Sheffield United, and Coventry before moving to Rangers.
Rangers’ head coach Jo Potter is thrilled to have Wilkinson on board, praising her as a player with great pedigree and a hunger to improve. Potter previously worked with Wilkinson at Coventry and is confident that she will make a significant impact at Rangers. Speaking to Rangers’ media, Wilkinson expressed her excitement about joining the club and highlighted the ambitious nature of the team. She is looking forward to contributing to its success on the field.
