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Megan Feringa

'World-class' defender hailed as Manchester United deal nears completion

Gemma Evans has been hailed a “world-class” defender and tipped to thrive in the upper echelons of the Women's Super League.

The Reading centre-half has been linked with a move to Manchester United following the expiry of her two-year contract with Reading. The Royals suffered relegation on the final day of the WSL season as they fell to a 3-0 loss to reigning champions, Chelsea.

Despite having a WSL relegation on her CV, the Welsh international performed admirably during a difficult season as the Royals backline was routinely exposed. Her performances have seen her linked with a slew of top WSL sides, with United appearing to be the favourites for the 26-year-old’s signature.

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