- CJ Bott signs a contract extension to the summer of 2025
- The defender made 22 appearances for the Foxes last season
- She joined the Club in 2022 from Vålerenga
- The 28-year-old is a New Zealand international
The 28-year-old New Zealand international defender signs the extension having played a pivotal role in last season’s successful fight for survival in the Barclays Women's Super League following her move from Norwegian outfit Vålerenga.
Speaking to LCFC.com CJ said: "I feel great signing for the Club. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here so far. It’s incredible to see how far the team has come in that time and it is a really exciting time to be part of the Football Club.
“I think I’ve developed as a player here and this league is so competitive, so it’s definitely where I want to be. I really love the values of the Football Club and it’s something I’m really pleased to be a part of.”
A solid and consistent performer at right-back, the all-action defender has made 24 appearances in all competitions for the Foxes and has provided valuable experience to Willie Kirk’s defensive line since her arrival.
A full senior New Zealand international, CJ signs boasts an impressive 34 caps for the Football Ferns and enhances the growing contingent of international talent at Belvoir Drive.
She will now link up with her New Zealand team-mates for this summer’s FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, before returning to Belvoir Drive ahead of what will be a third successive season in the women’s top flight for the Football Club.