Wales midfielder Hayley Ladd's transfer from Manchester United to Everton comes after struggles for regular playtime at the former club. Ladd, 31, recently made her debut with Everton, who aims to reintegrate her meaningfully into the league. Feeling her chances dwindling at United, where she had a successful stint including winning the Women's FA Cup, she found motivation in Wales' qualification for Euro 2025. The decision to move was reinforced by the prospects shared by Everton's manager, giving Ladd a renewed sense of hope and purpose as she embarks on this new chapter.
It was like music to my ears when I heard what Everton's plans for me were.
I wanted to make more of a meaningful impact in the league.
It's part and parcel of the game but it's difficult. It really challenges you as a person and a player.
Hopefully it's made me stronger. I advocated for things in the best way I could and I was the best team-mate I could be.
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