According to a [Soccerdonna source](https://x.com/soccerdonna/status/1986521645159461303), Kelly Gago might be on her way out of Everton this January. The French international joined the Women’s Super League club in January 2025 and quickly established herself as a key player in the front line. Gago’s strong performances earned her a place in the French squad for the Women’s Euro 2025. At the time of signing, Gago said, “I want to be a key part of the project and help Everton get to where they want to be.”
In the summer, Gago signed a new deal running until June 2028. However, her potential next destination has not been revealed.
Everton have announced that Issy Hobson has signed her first professional contract with the club, keeping her at Walton Hall Park until June 2027. Hobson progressed through the Everton Academy, impressing coaches and earning a spot in Brian Sørensen’s squad. She quickly made a name for herself, becoming the [Women’s Super League](https://womenfootball.blog/womens-super-league-table-standings/)’s youngest-ever goalscorer after scoring a header against Arsenal in April 2024 at just 16 years and 180 days old.
“I honestly don’t think I can put it into words what it means to sign this contract. I am so, so grateful for this opportunity. It is something I have been working towards since I was a three-year-old Everton fan sitting in the stands. think grateful is the only word I can use to describe it and for everyone who has helped me get into this position and reach this goal.
“Being an Evertonian, I know what it means to be an Everton player and fan. The passion we have towards every single game and every single training session is unmatched. Even being a Scouser, there is a togetherness which everyone gets. I hope I can help set the standard of what it means to play for Everton.
“Growing up an Everton fan and playing for Everton for 11 years now, it has always been my dream and I always knew it would happen because in my head there was no other path for me. It was always to be an Everton player.”