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Wolverhampton Wanderers Women have officially signed Olivia Francis, a 20-year-old Welsh international winger, following her departure from Plymouth Argyle. Francis scored ten goals in 33 appearances for Plymouth, helping them finish second in the FA Women's National League Southern Premier Division. She previously spent time at Manchester United's Professional Game Academy and began her career with Pontypridd. Francis has represented Wales since age 13 and earned her first senior international call-up in November 2025. Wolves confirmed the move on their official website, with Head of Women and Girls Russ Fraser praising her pace and noting the club had tracked her for some time. She becomes Wolves' tenth signing of the summer. The article also notes that Manchester United have been active in the transfer market under Michael Carrick, strengthening midfield with Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans, and adding goalkeepers Karl Darlow and Kit Margetson.
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Wolverhampton Wanderers Women have officially completed the signing of former Manchester United and Wales forward Olivia Francis, following her departure from Plymouth Argyle.
The 20-year-old winger becomes Wolves' tenth signing of the summer transfer window.
Impressive Campaign at Plymouth
Francis enjoyed a standout season with Plymouth, scoring ten goals in 33 appearances and helping the club finish second in the FA Women's National League Southern Premier Division. She also faced Wolves in the third-tier play-off final in May.
Background and International Career
Before moving to Devon, Francis spent time at Manchester United's Professional Game Academy after beginning her career with Pontypridd. She gained additional senior experience through a dual-registration spell with Liverpool Feds.
Francis has represented Wales since the age of 13 and earned her first senior international call-up in November 2025. She has continued to establish herself on the international stage.
Club Confirmation
Wolves confirmed the move on their official website. Head of Women and Girls Russ Fraser praised Francis' pace and revealed the club had tracked her for some time before completing the transfer.
Context: Manchester United Transfer Activity
Manchester United have remained active in the transfer market as Michael Carrick prepares for the 2026/27 season. Key moves include:
- Midfield: Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans have joined, with the club working on signing a third central midfielder
- Goalkeeping: Karl Darlow and Kit Margetson have bolstered the department
- Youth: Tynan Thompson has arrived as another exciting young talent
Several former Manchester United players have also found new clubs this summer, including Martha Thomas, who joined Newcastle United Women earlier today.
Olivia Francis will now look to continue her development and help Wolves push for a successful 2026/27 campaign.
This article first appeared on centredevils and was syndicated with permission.
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Wolverhampton Wanderers Women sign former Manchester United and Wales forward Olivia Francis