Leeds United Women re-sign Ava Spencer-Smith after impressive Bradford City spell

Leeds United Women have confirmed the return of forward Ava Spencer-Smith, who rejoins Simon Wood’s squad from Bradford City Women after an impressive start to the new campaign.

The highly-rated youngster arrives at the club having scored five goals for Bradford, placing her second in the league’s goalscoring charts and strengthening Leeds’ attacking options for the remainder of the season.

Spencer-Smith’s return represents a familiar addition for the Whites, having previously impressed in the club’s Under-23s setup before earning opportunities with the senior side.

The forward scored 17 goals in as many appearances for Leeds Under-23s last season, demonstrating her ability to find the net consistently at youth level.

Her performances also earned her two substitute appearances for the first team, providing an early taste of senior football with the club.

Having continued her development away from Leeds, Spencer-Smith now returns with further experience and an encouraging goalscoring record behind her.

Her five-goal start to the campaign suggests she will arrive with confidence as she looks to make an impact in Wood’s squad.

The signing also adds competition to Leeds’ forward line, with Spencer-Smith joining a group that already includes Amy Woodruff, who currently leads the league’s goalscoring charts.

Woodruff’s form has made her an important attacking presence for the Whites, and the addition of another forward enjoying a productive start to the season gives Leeds further options in the final third.

For Spencer-Smith, the move offers an opportunity to build on the promise she showed during her previous spell with the club.

Her record of 17 goals in 17 Under-23s appearances highlights the potential she demonstrated before her departure, while her recent form at Bradford provides further evidence of her attacking threat.

Leeds will hope she can carry that momentum into her return and translate her goalscoring form into performances for the senior squad as the campaign progresses.

Announcing the signing, Leeds United Women welcomed Spencer-Smith back to the club and expressed their excitement at seeing her back in action this season.

With the youngster returning after a productive spell at Bradford City Women, Leeds have added another promising attacking option as they look to maintain their progress under Wood.

Her immediate challenge will be to establish herself within the squad and make the most of the opportunity presented by her return.

Given her previous record at Under-23s level and her recent goalscoring form, Spencer-Smith will be hoping to make another positive impression in a Leeds shirt.