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[Arsenal Media](/author/arsenal-media-2) 02 Jan 2026
Cecily Wellesley-Smith and Naomi Williams have been recalled after spending the first half of this season out on loan.
Cecily joined Leicester City on loan in September 2025 after signing a first professional contract with us early that summer. The 18-year-old centre-back made one appearance with the Barclays Women’s Super League club.
Meanwhile, Naomi has spent the first half of this campaign with Barclays Women’s Super League 2 club Bristol City, making three appearances – all in the Subway Women’s League Cup.
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