By Aston Villa FC

Aston Villa Women are delighted to announce signing of Anna Patten on a season-long loan from Arsenal, subject to FA approval.

The defender re-joins the club having spent the second half of last season in claret & blue.

Patten, 23, made eight appearances under Carla Ward before missing the final few games of 2021/22 due to illness.

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Upon returning to Villa for the upcoming season, Patten said: “I’m really excited to be extending my time at Aston Villa."

"The girls have been really welcoming since I got here and I feel like this club can help me grow as a player.”

Welcome back to Aston Villa, Patsy!