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Manchester United have confirmed the departure of defender Aoife Mannion following the end of her contract.

The 29-year-old Republic of Ireland international made 55 appearances for the club since joining from Manchester City in 2021.

She helped United win the Women's FA Cup in 2024, coming on as a substitute during the final against Tottenham at Wembley.

United also confirmed that academy graduate Alyssa Aherne, who was on loan at Championship side Sheffield United last season, would be leaving the club.

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Chelsea have signed Germany youth international Mara Alber from TSG Hoffenheim on a four-year deal.

The versatile forward will join the Women's Super League champions on 1 July.

The 19-year-old established herself as a regular for Hoffenheim after making her Bundesliga debut in 2022 - but missed most of last season through injury.

She made 32 appearances in the German top flight, scoring seven goals after breaking into the first team at the age of 16.

"I feel proud to have signed for Chelsea. It is a special moment for me because it is such a big club," said Alber.

"I am really happy to have this opportunity."