All good things come to an end – Jill Scott to leave Manchester City

England midfielder Jill Scott is to leave Manchester City this summer when her contract comes to an end, the Women’s Super League club have announced.

The 35-year-old signed for City ahead of their first season as a professional outfit in 2014 after departing Everton and has gone on to make almost 200 appearances for the Academy Stadium side, helping them win the 2016 WSL title, three FA Cups and three League Cups.

Scott, who returned to Everton for a temporary spell last season and spent the second half of 2021-22 on loan at Aston Villa, told City’s official website: “In a way, I never thought I’d be here saying goodbye to Manchester City.

“But all good things come to an end eventually and I’ve had so many amazing memories along the way.

“I’ve had some great opportunities over the last couple of seasons too with my loan spells, but I’ve always missed everyone here and that will definitely be the case again this summer.

“It’s been a real journey over the last eight or so years – I remember sitting down and hearing the plans of what the club were going to do, and I was so excited to be a part of that.

“Looking back at what we’ve achieved in that time in terms of trophies and generally as a team, I can’t really believe it. I’m forever grateful that I’ve been surrounded by such talented players and coaching staff who have enabled me to develop and grow as a player.

All good things come to an end eventually and I’ve had so many amazing memories along the way- Jill Scott

“I’d like to say a massive thank you to our supporters too – they’ve just been incredible, especially for me personally, and I feel as though we’ve built a special relationship over the years.”

Scott, who opened a coffee shop in Manchester in 2021, added: