Official: History maker with United women jumps ship to WSL rivals midseason

Manchester United have made a decision regarding one of their longest-serving players. Busy January United have been impressive this season, reaching the semi-finals of the League Cup and the Round of 16 in the Champions League. They have already completed deals for Hanna Lundkvist and Lea Schuller, and are close to finalising a deal for Ellen Wangerheim. There have also been departures, as Rachel Williams has left for Leicester City and Geyse is on the verge of completing a move to Club América. Hannah Blundell exit Manchester United have also sanctioned a deal for Hannah Blundell to leave the club on a temporary basis. She joined United from Chelsea in 2021 and has spent five years at the club, making 95 appearances for the side. Blundell gave birth to her child in March 2025 and, as a result, missed the entire 2024–2025 campaign. She became the first professional Manchester United player to return to the pitch after having a baby when she came on as a substitute against Brighton & Hove Albion. Everton loan The club’s official website reported that, “Manchester United defender Hannah Blundell has joined fellow WSL side Everton on loan until the end of the 2025/26 season.” The site continues to state that “this will be her first loan spell away from the club, something both the Reds and Everton can benefit from”, as she intends to build up minutes and fitness after her extended period of time out of action. ℹ️ We can confirm @HanBlundell will spend the remainder of 2025/26 on loan at Everton. Best of luck, Han 💪🔴 pic.twitter.com/e6PWfXOohy — Manchester United Women (@ManUtdWomen) January 9, 2026 Speaking to the Everton site, Blundell commented on her move. She explained, “I am really excited! I can’t wait to get going and meet all the girls and our fans.” Blundell added, “Everton have got an amazing history – that is something I cannot wait to be a part of. I know some of the players which makes it a lot easier coming in. I am sure I am going to get along with all the girls – they seem like a great group and are fantastic players.” Hannah Blundell career stats ClubMatches playedGoalsYears Active Chelsea161112013-2021 Man United 9532021- Source: Wikipedia The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Alex Browne Alex is a huge Manchester United fan, inspired by greats of his homeland such as George Best, Harry Gregg and Norman Whiteside. Alex has a Master’s degree from Queen’s University Belfast and La Universitat Rovira i Virgili in Tarragona, Spain. Having lived in the country since 2011, Alex is The Peoples Person’s Spanish football expert and is fluent in both Spanish and Catalan. He dreams of witnessing a United captain triumphantly hoisting the Premier League and Champions League trophy in the air once more.