TRANSFER NEWS: Taylor Hinds returns to Arsenal after 7 seasons away

Hinds joins the club following the expiry of her contract with Liverpool.

Hinds first spell with the Gunners began at just 11 years old in the academy. Over the years she worked her way through the youth teams, becoming a versatile player splitting her time between left back and midfield. She then went on to make her senior debut as a half time substitute in the 2017 FA WSL Cup 7-0 win over London Bees.

“This is a full-circle moment for me and I’m grateful to come back to a place I called home when I was younger. I cant wait to get started and to step out on the pitch at Emirates Stadium in front of all our incredible supporters.” Says Hinds.

That same season, Hinds and teammate Chloe Kelly joined Everton in the January transfer window, she went on to make 30 appearances for the Toffees before switching to the other side of Merseyside joining Liverpool in July 2020.

Hinds spent five seasons with Liverpool, scoring eight goals in 131 appearances. After two seasons spent at the club, Hinds was a crucial part of the Women’s Championship winning side in the 2021/22 season, and signed a new long-term contract in the same season. She also went on to be named Vice-Captain in 2023, and has since captained the side a number of times.

Renee Slegers said: “We’re delighted to welcome Taylor back to Arsenal. She’s a versatile player who has great experience from multiple seasons in the WSL with Liverpool, where she took on a leadership role. I’m excited to get started with Taylor on the training pitch and I’m sure our supporters will join me in welcoming Taylor back to the club.”

Although now a Jamaican international, Hinds represented England through the U-17, U-19 and U-23 age groups and was part of the squad that took bronze at the 2018 U-20 Women’s World Cup. At senior level, Hinds switched allegiances to Jamaica and received her first call up for them for a friendly against France in October 2024.