Aston Villa has confirmed that their young striker, Georgia Mullett, has extended her stay at the club with a new contract that runs until 2027. The 19-year-old talent, a product of the club’s academy, debuted in the Women’s Super League (WSL) in November 2022 and has since made 13 senior appearances, according to the Aston Villa Football Club. Despite her growing presence on the field, Mullett is still in pursuit of her first senior goal for the team.
Villa’s manager, Robert de Pauw, expressed his excitement about Mullett’s potential. “We see Georgia as a young prospect with high potential,” he stated. “We want to help her maximise the ability she has, and we are very happy to have a young striker like her in the team.” De Pauw further emphasized his confidence in Mullett’s development trajectory, adding, “We look forward to watching her develop in the years to come.”
Mullett’s extension is a sign of Aston Villa’s commitment to nurturing homegrown talent. The young striker’s rise through the academy system and her integration into the senior squad highlights the club’s strategy of investing in youth development to build a competitive team for the future.
However, the club is currently facing challenges in their WSL campaign. Villa has yet to secure a win in their first three matches this season, recording two losses and a draw. As they aim to turn their fortunes around, Mullett’s role in the squad could become increasingly significant. Her development and potential impact on the team’s performance will be closely watched by fans and club officials alike.
Aston Villa’s focus on retaining young talent like Mullett underlines their long-term vision of growth and competitiveness within the WSL. As the club looks ahead to upcoming fixtures, they remain hopeful that their faith in youth will pay dividends, leading to a more successful campaign.