Tanzania international Malaika Meena has completed a move to Barclays Women’s Championship side Bristol City Women FC.
The exciting midfielder joined the side on a two-year deal.
In a statement on their official website, the club announced: “Malaika Meena has signed for City on a two-and-a-half-year deal with the option of a further year.
“The midfielder came through the academy systems at both Arsenal and then Chelsea before signing for Wake Forest University in North Carolina. She spent three and a half years in the USA before returning to England to sign for the Robins.”
Speaking on penning the deal, Meena said: “I’m very excited to sign for Bristol City, especially with the ambition of this club, fighting for promotion,” she said. “I’m really happy to be here.”
Bristol’s Head of Player Recruitment Michelle Yeowell revealed the reason they had gone for the services of the East African player.
“We’re delighted to bring Malaika to the club. She’s an exciting young player with lots of potential and we’re excited for her to grow with us,” said Yeowell.
