Hanson Poised for Tottenham Transfer After Stellar Villa Campaign

Aston Villa striker Kirsty Hanson is on the verge of moving to Tottenham Hotspur, following a standout season in the Women's Super League. The Scotland international concluded her time with Villa as the league’s third-top scorer, netting 12 goals across 22 appearances. Her tally placed her behind only Khadija Shaw and Alessia Russo in the scoring charts.

Hanson’s performances were widely recognized during the campaign; she was named Aston Villa’s Player of the Year and won the WSL Goal of the Season award for her strike against West Ham. Although BBC Sport reported in May that Spurs were interested in Hanson, it is now understood that a bid has been accepted by Villa. The club is expected to complete the signing this month as personal terms are finalized.

The 28-year-old, who has scored five goals in 44 caps for Scotland, will join a Tottenham side looking to strengthen under manager Martin Ho. This move marks a reunion for the pair, as Ho previously served as assistant coach at Hanson’s former club, Manchester United. Hanson had one year left on her contract at Villa, and the financial details of the transfer remain undisclosed.

Tottenham enjoyed a successful 2025-26 season, finishing fifth in the table during Ho’s inaugural year in charge after he arrived from SK Brann. The club is aiming high in the current transfer window, having already added West Ham forward Shekiera Martinez and Dutch defender Caitlin Dijkstra to their ranks.

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Source: BBC News Generated at: 2026-06-03 06:38:09 UTC