By Aston Villa FC

Freya Gregory has put pen-to-paper on her first professional contract with the club.

The 18-year-old, who operates on the left-hand side, joins the first-team on a permanent basis having been drafted into the squad in recent weeks from our WSL Academy.

Gregory made her debut in the 1-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur and has since made further appearances against Arsenal and Brighton & Hove Albion.

Freya Gregory

Sporting Director Eniola Aluko said: "We are delighted to award a professional contract to Freya.

"Freya is a young and exciting talent that has demonstrated a consistent level of development and excellence in our academy.

"We are excited for Freya to be an important player for the future progress of Aston Villa Women.

"Freya is a great example of the club's evolving academy pathway and we very much look forward to seeing her progression within the first team."

Congratulations on your deal, Freya!