Norway international Justine Kielland has transferred to Aston Villa from the German team Wolfsburg, pending visa approval.
Kielland, a defensive midfielder, has developed through Norway’s youth teams and is now a regular member of the senior national squad, boasting 16 caps.
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The 23-year-old began her career with Stabaek before moving to Brann, another Norwegian club, in 2023.
She was instrumental in helping her team reach the quarter-finals of the Women’s Champions League, netting four goals in 12 appearances, which earned her a transfer to Wolfsburg in 2024.
“It’s an amazing feeling,” Kielland expressed. “I’m truly excited to be here. Putting on the jersey for the first time feels incredible, and I can’t wait to get started.”
“I look forward to the competitive environment in the Women’s Super League. You can see that every team is improving, and the league continues to progress each year, so I’m eager to test myself here too.”
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Kielland mentioned that her new teammate Lynn Wilms had shared positive feedback about the club prior to her transfer.
“I had a conversation with Lynn and got her insights,” she added. “Everything she said was positive, and everyone I’ve spoken to has only had good things to share. I’m really looking forward to starting this journey.”
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