Emma Watson recalled from Crystal Palace

Emma Watson recalled from Crystal PalacebyCommunications DepartmentMonday 12 January 2026 11:00Manchester United Women have recalled midfielder Emma Watson from her loan spell with Crystal Palace.Watson joined the Eagles on a season-long deal in August. She has made six appearances for the capital club, who currently sit sixth in WSL 2, but will now return to Carrington.Watson scored against Newcastle in the League Cup last term.Watson made her debut for the Reds in November 2024, in a Women’s League Cup group-stage clash with Everton. She scored her first United goal later in the same competition, against Newcastle United, before joining the Toffees on loan for the remainder of the 2024/25 season.The 19-year-old is the third Red to return to the club from a loan spell in this window, following Evie Rabjohn and Keira Barry. Marc Skinner has added Hanna Lundkvist and Lea Schuller to his squad, as we aim to fight on all four fronts, while Hannah Blundell has joined Everton until the end of the campaign.Recommended:byCommunications DepartmentMonday 12 January 2026 11:00Back to Top