Diane Caldwell: ‘As a lifelong (Manchester) United fan, it’s a dream to sign for the club’

Republic of Ireland international Diane Caldwell has made what she has described as a “dream” move to Manchester United.

The 33-year-old defender joins the Red Devils until the end of the WSL season having spent the 2021 season in the US with North Carolina Courage, 

“Today is one of the most special moments in my life so far,” said the 84 times capped Irish international. “As a lifelong United fan, it’s a dream to sign for the club and it’s a big moment for me and my family. 

“I’m so grateful to be here and will wear the badge with so much pride. The team are in great form, playing attractive football, and Marc is doing a fantastic job; I just can’t wait to meet everyone and get straight down to business on the pitch.”

It brings to end an end her time with North Carollina. On Instagram, Caldwell said that “USA was an adventure, full of eye opening experiences, high and lows, all of which I will learn from.”

Her new manager is delighted to bring Caldwell to Manchester. “Diane joins us as an experienced international defender who will really add to our back line during this second half of the season,” said Marc Skinner.

“She has great composure and versality, and I have no doubt that she will be a fantastic asset to the team during her time here. 

“Diane is also a great character, I always talk about having the right people in our environment, and she is the ultimate professional who possesses those important traits and leadership skills which will help continue to develop the incredible team spirit within this group.”

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