Carrie Jones signs first professional with Manchester United
Carrie Jones of Wales of Wales in action. Wales v Kazakhstan in FIFA Women's World Cup Qualifier at Parc y Scarlets on the 17th September 2021. Credit: Lewis Mitchell
Carrie Jones has put pen to paper on her first professional contract at Manchester United, signing a deal until 2023 with an option for a further year.
The 18-year-old joined Manchester United from Cardiff City Ladies in 2020, initially joining the WSL Under-21s WSL Academy side before making the step up to the senior team.
Jones made her senior debut in March 2021 as a substitute in a 3-0 win over Aston Villa in the Women’s Super League.
“I’m so pleased to sign my first professional contract, it’s something I’ve dreamt of since a young age, and to sign it with a club like Manchester United really tops it off,” Jones told Manchester United official website.
“I’d like to thank my family for the sacrifices they have made over the years and for being with me every step of the way, and all of the coaches that have helped me on my journey, with a special mention to Charlotte [Healy] and the staff in the Under-21 Academy.
“I’m also thankful to the fans for their support and I’m really looking forward to continuing my development here for the next few years.”
Since making her debut Jones has gone on to feature eight times for the first team, most recently in their 2-1 win over Manchester City in the Continental Cup.
Her performances in those games have earned high praise from Red Devils head coach Mark Skinner: “Carrie is such a talented young player who is wise beyond her years.
“She has incredible maturity for an 18-year-old and it really shows in the way she plays and approaches her game.
“Carrie is another example of the importance of the Academy system in bringing young players through, she’s adapted so well to being part of the first-team and is such a bright prospect.
“I’m really happy Carrie has committed her future to the club, and we will keep working closely with her, on and off the pitch, to ensure that her talent continues to shine through.”
The Newtown-native made her Wales debut in 2019 at the age of 15 and gone on to earn four more caps under Gemma Grainger.
