Full-back Becky Jane has rejoined Reading FC Women on a one-year deal.
Jane has rejoined the Royals after leaving Charlton Athletic where she becomes the second summer signing for Kelly Chambers’ team after American defender Brooke Hendrix signed last month.
The 30-year-old initially joined Reading in 2011 and made 112 league appearances for the Berkshire club where she scored 16 times.
She joined Liverpool in 2019 where she made 28 appearances in two seasons before a one year spell with Charlton.
“It feels like being home,” said Jane.
“The guys have been really welcoming, a lot of the same staff that were here when I was here.
“It’s a comfortable environment to come back into and one that I’m really enjoying.
“The coaching and the quality is fantastic. It’s the best that I’ve ever had. I knew that coming back in that was always going to be a big factor of it.
“I know my role is slightly different this time around, but I’m relishing to opportunity to come back in, to be a part of the squad and to help the younger ones come through. That’s a massive thing for me.”
Royals manager Kelly Chambers said: “For us we wanted to build more of a squad this season, and with the experience Becky offers us, it will be a huge boost.
“When I had the conversation with her, it was clear to me she still has the desire to win and feature in as many games as if it was back in 2012. It will also bring a competition for places which helps everyone raise their game and also our performances, as at times I think we struggled physically with tight schedules.
“Knowing the club inside and out as Becky does, she’s been able to throw herself in, so we don’t have that period of adjustment. She knows how I and all the coaches like to work, and she’ll no doubt be a huge influence on the younger players coming through.
“So I’m thrilled to welcome her back.”
