Updated 5 hours ago
CELTIC FC HAVE CONFIRMED that Republic of Ireland international duo Tyler Toland and Izzy Atkinson have left the club.
The Hoops announced the news on social media this morning, adding, “Thank you for everything last season Ty, and all the best for the future” and “Thank you for all your hard work on Hoops Iz, and especially *that* meta. .”
Atkinson, 20, scored the winner in extra time as Celtic beat Glasgow City in the Scottish Women’s Cup final in May.
The Dubliner joined from Shelbourne in February 2021.
#CelticFC Women can confirm that @izzyatkinson_ He has left Celta. Thanks for all your hard work on Hoops Iz, and especially for *that* goal 💚🍀 pic.twitter.com/7LbJ2VXtKn
— Celtic FC Femenino (@CelticFCWomen) July 5, 2022
The 20-year-old Toland starts as a double cup winner and also helped the club win the 2021 Scottish Premier League Cup.
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The midfielder from Donegal signed in July 2021, following her departure from Manchester City.
Both Irish internationals played regularly for Fran Alonso’s team, perhaps more often from the bench.
#CelticFC can now confirm that Double Cup winner Tyler Toland has left the club. Thanks for everything last season Ty, and all the best for the future 💚🍀 pic.twitter.com/nKzbmByevG
— Celtic FC Femenino (@CelticFCWomen) July 5, 2022
Toland made her senior international debut aged 16, but has been omitted from the Ireland squad since November 2019 due to a dispute with manager Vera Pauw. Atkinson is a regular inclusion.
It’s been a busy few days of Ireland’s WNT transfer news, with Amber Barrett amongst others set for a great summer switch.
We are delighted to announce @RueshaLJ has signed a new one-year contract! 🗣️
— Women of Aston Villa (@AVWFCOfficial) July 5, 2022
Meanwhile, Ruesha Littlejohn has signed a new one-year contract with Aston Villa of the Women’s Super League.
The widely traveled Irish midfielder joined the club ahead of the 2021/22 season and made 20 appearances for Claret and Blue.
“I am delighted to extend my stay at Aston Villa,” said Littlejohn, 32. “It is a club with a vision and a bright future. I am delighted to be able to be part of the plans in the future.”
“I am really looking forward to starting the pre-season and being able to grow as a player and a person at this phenomenal football club.”
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