Emily Fox signs for Arsenal
Arsenal have officially signed United States international defender Emily Fox on a permanent transfer.
Introduction
Arsenal is pleased to announce the signing of Emily Fox, the United States international defender. The 25-year-old right-back joins the club on a permanent transfer after her stint with North Carolina Courage in the National Women’s Soccer League. She made 19 appearances for the team since joining in January 2023.
Before her time with North Carolina Courage, Emily played for Racing Louisville in her first two professional seasons. She had also represented North Carolina Tar Heels at the college level.
International Career
Emily made her senior debut for the United States national team in 2018 and has earned 39 caps for her country. She was part of the squads that clinched victory in the CONCACAF Women’s Championship in 2022 and the SheBelieves Cup in 2022 and 2023. Additionally, Emily represented the USA in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, starting in all four of their matches.
Her impressive performances in these competitions have showcased her talents and established her as a valuable asset for her national team.
Excitement and Welcome
Emily expressed her excitement for joining Arsenal, stating, "It feels amazing to have signed here. When I think of Arsenal, I think of excellence, a global organization, and family. I think of pushing the standards of football, especially in the women’s game. It’s a huge honor to get the opportunity to represent this club, and I’m excited to get started and play in front of our supporters."
Head coach Jonas Eidevall welcomed Emily to the club, praising her development over the years and emphasizing her strengths in both defensive and offensive phases. Director of Women’s Football Clare Wheatley also expressed her satisfaction with Emily joining the squad, highlighting her experience as an international defender and her potential contribution to the team's goals.
