Kirsty Hanson was the third highest scorer in the Women's Super League last season
Tottenham have signed Scotland forward Kirsty Hanson from Aston Villa for an undisclosed fee.
Hanson was impressive in the Women's Super League last season, scoring 12 goals in 22 matches.
Only Manchester City's Khadija Shaw. Arsenal's Alessia Russo scored more than Hanson, who was named Villa's player of the year.
She also scooped up WSL Football's goal of the season award for her strike against West Ham,. it is a major blow for Villa to lose her this summer.
"I'm absolutely delighted. It’s an exciting time to be a part of this club," said Hanson.
"I'm ready for a new challenge and I always want to be better every single day. Martin Ho, the staff. the players are at such an exciting point - and I want to be a part of that."
The 28-year-old had a year remaining on her contract at Villa. it is unknown what fee Tottenham have agreed to sign her for.
She has scored six goals in 48 Scotland appearances. will reunite with Spurs manager Ho, whom she worked with at Manchester United while he was assistant coach.
"I know Kirsty well from working with her previously. I know the qualities she brings both as a player and as a person," said Ho.
"She has strong experience in the league, international experience with Scotland. a clear hunger to keep pushing her game forward.
"We are delighted she has chosen to come to Tottenham Hotspur. I'm excited to work with her again in an environment where we believe she can continue to develop, contribute and become an important player for the club."
Tottenham had a strong campaign in 2025-26, finishing fifth in the table in Ho's first season in charge,. they have already shown ambition in the transfer market.
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